Help choosing a new rifle

DUTCHS, if going to Alaska to hunt, i would give the recommedation for the 3-06 because it's being able to propel the larger bullets needed a bit better than the 308. 200+ grain bullets is where the 30-06 has an edge over the 308 in ballistics.

another good choice for Alaska would be the 45-70 in a Marlin lever action. large caliber bullets with good knock down power at reasonable distances.

DUTCHS said:

Thanks Axxe, I will look into that! I have never shot a lever action but they seem pretty handy to use! All the years they been around must be something to it!

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you're welcome and hope i have helped you out. in all honesty, i have never shot the 45-70 in a lever action myself, only in a few single shot rifles. i have shot many lever actions, and owned many in different calibers, but the 45-70 has eluded me!

the Marlin Model 1895GS might be the one to look into. walnut stock, stainless steel action and barrel, 4+1 magazine tube capacity and has a MSRP of $812. which i am sure would be lower at your LGS. might be the perfect rifle for your Alaska hunting trip.

DUTCHS, i think you did just fine with the price for a rifle in that caliber. i have seen in some stores, just the rifle for not much less that that. hurry up and get so you can do a range report. i am very curious about your rifle.