 My thoughts on entry level rifles
It has already been said but feel is very important on a rifle.
Go where you have a good selection and handle a half dozen entry level bolt rifles. Keep reducing the group until you have it down to just two or three. At that time you can consider the price of the remaining rifles. You may find that you really like one that costs another 50-100 dollars over another. Only you can decide whether it's worth the extra money. I have recommended several new shooters to take a look at the Marlin XL7. It seems to offer alot for the money. I personally always ask a new rifle shooter to try and save 150 dollars of their budget for a good scope. It is amazing the difference between the 50-100 dollar scopes and a 150 dollar scope. I personally like the Nikon Prostaff line or the new Redfield line in that 150 dollar price range. You already made one of the hardest choices by choosing your calibre of 270 win. I would say you are on a roll have fun..
Karl
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