Originally Posted by
TX Rancher
A friend's son bagged his first deer this year using a borrowed Rem 700 in .243 and fell in love with the cartridge. He had tried 30-30 and 30.06 but didn't like the recoil.
He really likes the idea of a lever gun though and would like to find one in .243 and asked me for a suggestion. I know squat about lever guns on the market (the only one I own is a 30-30 Marlin bought in the 70's).
Due to limited funds, I suspect he's not looking at top end gear.
Any suggestions on who makes a good quality entry level lever gun in .243 would be appreciated!
Thanks in advance for your help.
What does he like about the lever? The looks or the handling. If he wants the western looks you are not going to get it in a .243. If recoil is a problem have him consider a lever gun in 357 magnum or .44 mag. If he needs the reach of a .243 then I think he would be better served with a bolt gun to have the accuracy to go with it.
Pat
Last edited by Alaskapopo; 03-09-12 at 17:34.
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