Comments on: whats a good deer hunting gun for my son? http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/ Deer hunting in Wisconsin Where Record Bucks Roam! Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:33:14 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Zach http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-471 Zach Tue, 03 Jun 2008 02:23:13 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-471 The first thing I would do if I were you would be go to your state Department of Natural Resources and see what the law is in your area regarding what kind of guns you can use for hunting deer. For example, where I live, you can only use Shotguns (12ga, 16ga, 20ga) but if you go 30 miles north, you can use shotguns or rifles. The best gun that I've hunted with (and the only one that I've been lucky enough to get a deer) is a Mossberg 500A 12 gauge. It's a pump action and has a surprisingly low kickback to it. When I worked at a shotgun range, we used Winchester 1200 semi-automatic shotguns which were surprisingly easy to maintain, and on the cheaper side price wise. The first thing I would do if I were you would be go to your state Department of Natural Resources and see what the law is in your area regarding what kind of guns you can use for hunting deer.

For example, where I live, you can only use Shotguns (12ga, 16ga, 20ga) but if you go 30 miles north, you can use shotguns or rifles.

The best gun that I’ve hunted with (and the only one that I’ve been lucky enough to get a deer) is a Mossberg 500A 12 gauge. It’s a pump action and has a surprisingly low kickback to it.

When I worked at a shotgun range, we used Winchester 1200 semi-automatic shotguns which were surprisingly easy to maintain, and on the cheaper side price wise.

]]> By: Lt http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-470 Lt Mon, 02 Jun 2008 22:36:49 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-470 I think he means a 30-30. If that is the case, get him a Marlin model 336. I think he means a 30-30. If that is the case, get him a Marlin model 336.

]]> By: flucolax35 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-469 flucolax35 Sat, 31 May 2008 07:31:36 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-469 Hey Jane! I have two options for you that should help out. Option 1: Marlin 336 in .30-.30 is probably one of the best calibers for deer hunting. This gun is also a very reliable and accurate gun. I was at Dick's Sporting Goods Friday and saw one with a scope for $320. For ammunition, go with either Hornady LeverEvolution (for longer range shooting) or Remington Core-Lokt. There will be multiple bullet weights, just buy a box of each and your son's rifle will tell him what shoots the best. Option 2: A Remington 870 Express 12 gauge shotgun. In my opinion, the best shotgun out there. And they run for about $240 at Wal-Mart. For ammo, Federal 3" 000 Buck-Shot and Federal 2 3/4" Tru-Ball Slugs. Hope all this helps! Hey Jane! I have two options for you that should help out.

Option 1:

Marlin 336 in .30-.30 is probably one of the best calibers for deer hunting. This gun is also a very reliable and accurate gun. I was at Dick’s Sporting Goods Friday and saw one with a scope for $320. For ammunition, go with either Hornady LeverEvolution (for longer range shooting) or Remington Core-Lokt. There will be multiple bullet weights, just buy a box of each and your son’s rifle will tell him what shoots the best.

Option 2:

A Remington 870 Express 12 gauge shotgun. In my opinion, the best shotgun out there. And they run for about $240 at Wal-Mart. For ammo, Federal 3″ 000 Buck-Shot and Federal 2 3/4″ Tru-Ball Slugs.

Hope all this helps!

]]> By: Jason C http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-468 Jason C Wed, 28 May 2008 23:53:01 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-468 your son prolly means a 30/30 . And yes regaurdless of what people say it is prolly the best beginner rifle there is. Wal- mart to see how much they are new then hit the pawn shops usually you can find one cheap. your son prolly means a 30/30 . And yes regaurdless of what people say it is prolly the best beginner rifle there is. Wal- mart to see how much they are new then hit the pawn shops usually you can find one cheap.

]]> By: The Nature Boy http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-467 The Nature Boy Wed, 28 May 2008 08:16:30 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-467 It depends on where you live, the size of deer he hunts, and the money you want to spend. The entry level deer catridge has historically been the .30-30 rifle. It is available in a Marlin lever action (like the old cowboy movies). This gun is sometimes sold with a scope. I have seen them at Dick's sporting goods and other stores for $300-$350. This gun has limited range (100 yards or so) unless you use Hornady ammo. Most folks hunt with a bolt action in .30-06 (pronouced thirty aught six), .270, or something similar. Keep in mind that you will need to purchase a gun with a scope on it or buy a good scope separately. Scopes can be expensive ($100-$200 for a decent model). I suggest getting the .30-30 Marlin model 336 with a scope included...unless you live somewhere with large deer, bear, or other huge game. You can probably get this at any sporting goods store, maybe even Wal-Mart. One last thing to note...in some states deer hunting is limited to shotguns (Illinois for example). Might wnat to check you local laws (just ask your son or someone at a gun store). It depends on where you live, the size of deer he hunts, and the money you want to spend.

The entry level deer catridge has historically been the .30-30 rifle. It is available in a Marlin lever action (like the old cowboy movies). This gun is sometimes sold with a scope. I have seen them at Dick’s sporting goods and other stores for $300-$350. This gun has limited range (100 yards or so) unless you use Hornady ammo.

Most folks hunt with a bolt action in .30-06 (pronouced thirty aught six), .270, or something similar. Keep in mind that you will need to purchase a gun with a scope on it or buy a good scope separately. Scopes can be expensive ($100-$200 for a decent model).

I suggest getting the .30-30 Marlin model 336 with a scope included…unless you live somewhere with large deer, bear, or other huge game. You can probably get this at any sporting goods store, maybe even Wal-Mart.

One last thing to note…in some states deer hunting is limited to shotguns (Illinois for example). Might wnat to check you local laws (just ask your son or someone at a gun store).

]]> By: the kid http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-466 the kid Tue, 27 May 2008 08:01:55 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-466 30-30 win i'm 13 and i love it 30-30 win i’m 13 and i love it

]]> By: largesimplebeliever http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-465 largesimplebeliever Sat, 24 May 2008 01:25:46 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-465 Ther are a lot of things that will be needed to be known before i can suggest. cheap well of course wallmart is the place . where do you live can the boys use a rifle or a shoutgun?? Ther are a lot of things that will be needed to be known before i can suggest. cheap well of course wallmart is the place .
where do you live can the boys use a rifle or a shoutgun??

]]> By: seth j http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-464 seth j Fri, 23 May 2008 06:19:47 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-464 I agree with terry I have a Remington Model 7 soon to have a Leupold scope. As for where to buy it for a decent price check on their websites for dealers. Also for Calibre choice if it's out west 7mm wsm and for east .308 win I agree with terry I have a Remington Model 7 soon to have a Leupold scope. As for where to buy it for a decent price check on their websites for dealers. Also for Calibre choice if it’s out west 7mm wsm and for east .308 win

]]> By: PETER J http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-463 PETER J Tue, 20 May 2008 16:44:58 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-463 try a 20 guage shotgun with a smoothe bore, or a rifled bore. it does not kick much, and the newest rifled 20 guage can shoot up to 200 yards. good calibers for a rifle are .243, .300savage, .30t/c, .30-.30. all are good to about 200 yrd also. maker is your pick try a 20 guage shotgun with a smoothe bore, or a rifled bore. it does not kick much, and the newest rifled 20 guage can shoot up to 200 yards. good calibers for a rifle are .243, .300savage, .30t/c, .30-.30. all are good to about 200 yrd also. maker is your pick

]]> By: Joe4d http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/comment-page-1/#comment-462 Joe4d Mon, 19 May 2008 15:26:32 +0000 http://homebusinesswisconsin.com/deer-hunting/whats-a-good-deer-hunting-gun-for-my-son/#comment-462 You need to know the laws about where he hunts, or post another question like, "What guns are legal for hunting in X county of Y state. " Different areas have different laws. would be bad to buy a great deer rifle if he hunts an area that they arnt legal. You can bu a gun from Walmart but you'll end up talking to a bozo who doesnt know anything. Head to an actual gunstore, Bass pro shop, ***** sporting goods, Cabelas, etc. Find out where and what your son hunts, take that info to the gunstore and tell them you are looking for a gift for your son who is ( his height and weight) who will be deer hunting in (county state) the dealer should be able to hook you up. You need to know the laws about where he hunts, or post another question like, “What guns are legal for hunting in X county of Y state. ” Different areas have different laws. would be bad to buy a great deer rifle if he hunts an area that they arnt legal. You can bu a gun from Walmart but you’ll end up talking to a bozo who doesnt know anything. Head to an actual gunstore, Bass pro shop, ***** sporting goods, Cabelas, etc. Find out where and what your son hunts, take that info to the gunstore and tell them you are looking for a gift for your son who is ( his height and weight) who will be deer hunting in (county state) the dealer should be able to hook you up.

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