new hunter

[mplozzer]

hello everyone, not sure where to start
i'm new to hunting & looking for a reliable 30 06 rifle (prefer wood) no preference as to action (too new to have a preference - any suggestions?) for hunting deer & moose. I'd like something affordable ($500 & under if possible) what should i look for?

any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

thanks

[bearhunter338-06]

I my self like Ruger tang safeties. I curently have 3, 257 Roberts, 30-06 and my custom 338-06.

You picked a good caliber to start off with. Now head out to a few gun stores and try a few and see what fits you best.

[cmp88]

Not sure where you live, but Wanstalls in Maple Ridge is selling new Savage Edge rifles in several different calibers. They come with bore sighted 3x9 scopes. I think before tax they're around $350. I'm going to pick up either a .270 or 30-06 as an xmas present to myself. It will be my first hunting rifle, hopefully I can break it in on a muley next season. Actually I think they have a web site, they might ship product.

[mplozzer]

thanks - i'll be sure to check out wanstalls

[Singleshotneeded]

Stick to bolt actions, reliable, easy to clean, and top accuracy...Savage makes a good, inexpensive, and accurate bolt action rifle...