how good is this rifle

[acorn]

I have been thinking of buying one of these rifles----however I do have some concerns and was wondering if anyone here could help with my decision?

I would really like the 308, but suspect I must but the '06 rifle with the 308 as an extra---with that said how reliable is this rifle?

[tucker301]

How good do you need it to be?
If you can be happy with something that shoots 2-3 MOA, has a relatively heavy trigger pull, but cycles reliably, then it's good enough.

[acorn]

I currently shoot a 7600 pump, need it to be reliable for cycling, my thoughts would be less recoil but do need the second shot in woods when needed

[tucker301]

PA woods hunting, it should be fine.
It's not a rifle for shooting bean fields and alfalfa lots at 300 yards +, but you'll have no trouble with deer-sized game at 50-200 yards.
I wouldn't look for a lot recoil reduction from such a lightweight rifle. If you're currently shooting a .308 and you're looking for recoil reduction then you may need to hit the gym.

IMO, the Browning BAR Shortrac in .308 would be a better choice, but the Benelli is OK.

[Dick Hertz]

I have 2 R-1's: 30-06 and 300 Win Mag. I've never had a problem with either. People that have shot them have remarked how little they recoil.

[tucker301]

I've shot them. They recoil plenty.

[Dick Hertz]

When compared to a bolt action rifle the R-1's felt recoil is less.

[tucker301]

When compared to a bolt action rifle the R-1's felt recoil is less.

Your statement is vague and misleading.
Compared to a bolt action rifle of equal weight and barrel length, the R1's recoil will be slightly less, because some gasses are bled off to cycle the action. This is a very small amount.

The rest of the raw recoil equation is a simple matter of physics. The heavier a rifle, the less recoil energy is transported to the butt. Felt recoil is reduced with the use of recoil pads by amortizing the recoil energy over a longer time period.

[inyo82]

I can shoot 40 rounds at the range and have a tired arm but friends with 300 bolt actions say 4 rounds and they are in pain...

[Chance Thompson]

love my R1 300 win mag lol but also love my weatherby mark 5 7mm mag both are very dependable and accurate rifles.only bad thing about the 300 it only comes with a 3 round clip and needs a 10 round