Another vote for the Ruger American in .243. I think all of you will get many years of enjoyment out of it.

I would suggest a Savage as that is all I shoot in terms of bolt guns (except for my Rem Model 7 243), but the American has the Marksman trigger (Accu-Trigger equivalent) at that price point where as the Axis doesn't not and typically needs a trigger job. Plus the bedding and magazine are a nice touch on the American.

Last edited by Mike_W; 02/05/16 07:24 AM.