[Garadex]

I am now looking for a new rifle under $500. Either bolt action or semi-automatic. I will only be shooting up to 100 yds considering the only range I shoot at goes that far. I would also like to keep the ammo relatively cheap.

[303tom]

Savage .308 !!!!!

[pagj17]

If that's your max distance, a 22 could suit you well and it's damn cheap too

[Garadex]

Originally Posted by pagj17

If that's your max distance, a 22 could suit you well and it's damn cheap too

True, but I already own a .22 and I was just looking for something bigger for SHTF situation. But do you have any other suggestions?

[pagj17]

Well, To be honest, Milsurps are always nice
Also, like 303 said, The Savage line looks good, and a few members have had some experience with them, though I myself, have not(yet)

[therewolf]

Assuming you are shooting with iron sights, I'd consider some Combloc stuff,

if you are inclined.

The SKS(@250$) shoots marginally better than an AK, and has a much more balanced,

solid feel, IMO. Only a 10 shot mag, tho. 7.62 x39 ballistics are @ on a par with

30-30, and are far cheaper in bulk.

The Mosin M44(@175$) has fair accuracy in a 5 shot, bolt action carbine,

and the ammo is @.20/round,in bulk, shipped, with the 7.62x 54R- 150 GR

ammo @ the same ballistics as a 30.06 Garand round.

BOTH come with built-in cleaning rods and built-in

bayonets! SHTF Beware...

These are both great range shooters. A lot of fun.

[ACRhino]

You can get a nice Mosin all fixed up for around $100, add an aftermarket synthetic stock and forearm, then a decent fixed scope and have a great shooter that will pack a punch at 250 yards for well under that.

[Garadex]

Thank you I will have to check these suggestions out.