Beginner Basics #7 Choosing the Correct Centrefire Rifle (Brands / Calibres / Scopes)

This video is designed to get you thinking about your actual use of a centrefire rifle and what brand, calibre and scope you should consider. It is by no means an extensive list but I hope it helps you decide on the right setup for you.

[@ozziereviews]

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[@Wanjiku82]

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[@buckshotaaa]

Hi Ozzie, i really like your vids mate. They're so informative and clear in the description, keep 'em coming. All the best from the UK.

[@josephharrison3639]

Great video Ozzie I hang on about every word you say. You have good, hands on experience. Thank you for you’r opinion on each calibers. The importance of having the right tool for the job. Helps make any ones shooting more accurate and more fun.

[@ozziereviews]

Joseph Harrison my pleasure

[@Jacko4591]

ozzie, you should do some hunting videos mate! I'm sure many would watch them, I certainly would.

[@johnwilmott8063]

You're spot on, have a cz 527 .223 1/9 twist, if you ever get a chance would love to see you review one.

[@phillipjohnson7583]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video! You hit good key points for beginners.

[@neptunze71]

On ya Ozzie,love my 223 rifles but I must say 22-250 is great too.

[@bestestusername]

Lever action marlin 30.30 is my first centrefire, was a 30yr old barely fired heirloom handed (transfed) to me. Love it. But definatly looking for a .223 to keep to rounds down in marlin

[@thomas9886]

One of my favourite rifles to use is the marlin always arguing with my dad about the marlin vs Winchester but the results don't lie

[@bobd9606]

This was extremely helpful, i was getting so confused with all these calibers. Thanks

[@matthewmoses4222]

Really nailed it again Ozzie, for beginners who can't afford too much, a good .22lr and a good .243W will cover most hunting situations, won't break the bank and won't make you develop a flinch!

[@ozziereviews]

Thanks Matt

[@towarzyszbeagle6866]

I'd agree except 243 is not deer legal here in Vic. So I'd replace the 243 with a 308, which is a super common and cheap calibre with many great affordable options to shoot it out of.

[@mopokebonza729]

Agree ..

[@tonyjones4861]

@@towarzyszbeagle6866 every one in Australia needs a 308. Should be mandatory like the Swiss with the greater numbers of all adults shooting

[@TheKetamineSquid]

@@towarzyszbeagle6866 i'd go and replace the .308 with a 30-06. was my first centrefire rifle and incredibly versatile. 100-110 grain load for dogs and foxes and all the way up to 220 for a big fat sambar. but i would agree that for a beginner without a loading bench, 308 is better

[@buckrodgers2303]

Hi mate As a beginner and first time rifle buyer I found this video really informative. I settled on a Tikka 223 stainless left hand. I do wish that in this beginners video you had stated what "small game" and "larger game" is. I got my 223 for wild dogs, however I dont consider a dog a small animal. The guy at my local shop said a 223 will take dogs, goats, some pigs and small to medium deer, all out to about 150 yards. Would be interested in your thoughts on this advise, as a beginner, all I have to go on is the advise of others. Many thanks

[@countercivilization]

Thank you for the video ! All military ammo/ caliber will have to be cheaper because mass produce. To the list I would personally add the 7.39 @ 123g/ 9 gr SP or FMJ (70c a shot) good hunting round for pigs and medium game at short to medium range. It won't have the finesse of a 223 but it will hit very hard. The high rate of twist in the 223 or 22-250 is design for those 75 grain projectile and tend to be too high for a standard 55 grainner. Some 22-250 cartridge (Remington) have a MV of almost 4000fps a laser beam easily past 300m, windy or not but not cheap to shoot.

[@countercivilization]

cal 7.62 x 39

[@regsparkes6507]

I enjoyed this one Ozzie,.thanks for your time again, I have a lot more to think of here. I was /am, in the market for another 308 rifle, but will check the rifles in 270 caliber too. Cheers!

[@ozziereviews]

Reg Sparkes yep the 270 hits hard and shoots flat, but it does cost more than 308 for ammo

[@MrXHammerx]

reloading my .243 100gr soft point about 80c a shot. .270 would be more the fact that the cartridge is twice the size. should be written .223 , 22/250, .243, .308, .270 GR/BW

[@oliash92]

great videos mate,you've put my mind at ease just ordered a Tikka T3X varmint in .243

[@ozziereviews]

Glad I could help

[@nickmcarr617]

Hows the Varmint going for you? I'm thinking about a lefty in 6.5x55. I do wish they were a threaded muzzle though.

[@anthonyspanjich2772]

I am certain you love the 243 you bought..... Mine is a gem. Way better than my previous 223, excellent ballistics, nowhere near the bullet drop of 308 and still "relatively" cheap. Goats, pigs and Roo's hate it though.... hahahaha (Oh - Ruger Vt Mark 2 - bit heavy but who cares shooting from a ute roof)

[@bback74]

Great video. Loads of good advice here. Especially that you should buy the rifle that feels good for you. Put it to the shoulder and see if you get the good warm feeling. Ignore the price. You live only once. I standardize on Blaser and Anschutz now.

[@ozziereviews]

Can't go wrong with that :)

[@grendelgrendelsson5493]

Thanks for a very interesting and informative video mate. I'm looking to move up from shooting feathered vermin off my mates farm to helping him keep the number of muntjac deer down on his strawberry fields. Big fields, good backstops= .223 I reckon!

[@jasonpietzner7728]

Ozzie. Like your videos and channel. They are very informative. Have you done a beginners video on buying second hand rifle. I was looking at getting my first rifle and considering some second hand rifles ATM.

[@jackbruce309]

I have a whetherby 7mm rem mag and I can't rate it enough.. I just found that it fitted my application so much better.. target and bigger game

[@AaronDav-nq8hk]

Gday Ozzie, Great video! Just wondering are you going to be doing some video's on the higher grade savages? 10/110, 11's and 12's? Would love to see what you think of these guns!

[@copuis]

great video i for one am just waiting on my paperwork (pta's approved!, and in the post) my first rifle (well, my second, but the SMLE isn't used outside the range), I ended up with a steyr pro hunter, sub 1k (just) but the action, i thought the lithgow was good, but what sold it (other than price) the feel!, on the shoulder, easy to reach controls/safety, can't wait to hit the property or range with it, in .223 for the reason you've listed, everything i'd shoot drops mostly on 1, pretty much always on the 2nd (have been used a borrowed howa thats 40yo)

[@rorytaylor6225]

Hey Ozzie, awesome video. Just wondering if in the future you could do a video on barrel wear and firring pin/ bolt wear. Just wondering how long you get out of a new barrel (approx rounds) and also what’s a tell tale sign of your barrel becoming worn

[@valfotevski5745]

Nailed it Ozzie thx for a great review 👌

[@ozziereviews]

No problem glad you enjoyed it

[@nicholaswirth1011]

First rifle for me Howa 1500 in mdt oryx chassis in .308 with the delta titanium hd 4-25, had the action barrel and bolt cerakoted in matt black and a spring kit put in the trigger, wanted some that could cover most things I wanted to do it didn’t break the bank and it’s tacticool af!

[@liveconditioned]

Good stuff Ozzie!

[@sarahandjames1]

Another great video Ozzie. I was in The Barn at Oakey today and had a play with a Bagara bolt action rifle. The same company that makes the little break action "handy rifles" for want of a better description. I tell you what, impressive! Do yourself a favour and have a look, mate. Would love to see you put one through its paces!

[@eatery6565]

sarahandjames1 Mate, Whats your opinion on the barns stock? I'm moderately nearby and wanted to check out their merchandise

[@sarahandjames1]

Mate, they have a large range for a relatively small shop. Their service is awesome, nothing is ever a problem. I happily call them my LGS. They stock everything I need for hunting and target shooting and they always have new rifles to look at.

[@greatdividehunting7887]

sarahandjames1 I'd have to agree with that, their service is great and pricing is very competitive. Once you add the cost of driving to Brisy and back it cheaper to get it from them

[@eatery6565]

Thanks for the heads up guys

[@jpyron5846]

Excellent overview! I like .223 as well. It's versatile and, most importantly, inexpensive.

[@ozziereviews]

Absolutely

[@dosfuegos]

Thanks mate for a great review video. What brand was the Mercedes Benz version, as I didn’t quite catch it? Cheers

[@daneflack2733]

My 1st rifle was a howa 1500 in 308 woodstock then went on to buy a 28" long barrel adler shotgun now nust recently purchased a 22lr ruger. Next will be a 223 or 22-250, 45-70, 30-06 and a 300win mag

[@garythesaint44]

Great honest review👍

[@jamesdickson3616]

Very good my choice for pigs would be a helix straight pull in 30 06 and make my Owen shells and have an aim point scope

[@ranger952]

Love the reviews! Can you have a look at the Webley and Scott xocet carbon barrel 22mag please?

[@kawashimaarisaka2682]

Hi mate, any recommendations on the Remington 700 series? Not much budget but love this gun from the movie. Looking for a 308. Thanks a lot.

[@greatdividehunting7887]

Really enjoyed this series mate .. It will help so many new starters .. Interesting you touched on the 6.5 Creedmoor are you considering one ?

[@ozziereviews]

I just did the Tikka T3x TAC A1 in 6.5cr

[@johnwilmott8063]

Thanks for that one, have a German made Zeiss, a sightron made in japan, and a sightron made in the Philippines. Sightron assure me that they have their Japanese engineers on site, and production standards are as good if not better than Japan. Good no nonsense reviews i liked the rimfire line up, keep up the good work.

[@ozziereviews]

John Wilmott will do cheers

[@bmstylee]

Great advice on glass. Americans seem to spend a small fortune on the rifle and cheap out on optical glass. on my ar15 I only have a red dot and on my rimfire guns I have lightweight scopes. but on my precision 300 Win Mag I have a Nightforce which I love. yes it was $2000 USD but it's a tank.

[@ozziereviews]

Exactly, what is the point of putting k-mart tyres on a Mercedes Benz? Same rationale for firearms in my view...

[@bmstylee]

***** can you guys on semi autos or are they restricted to millitary/LE?

[@kawashimaarisaka2682]

I have a Kahles made in Austria and a Bushnell made in “North Korea”, price differ in 6 times and they do differ in 6 times on quality of every aspect.

[@Astroboii89]

Hey bud .. what are your thoughts on the la102 6.5 creedmoor For hunting/ target shooting

[@acester86]

I'm personally looking at CZs the most negative thing I've heard is they are hard to find 2nd hand cause you'll never wanna sell it...I just cant decide if I want an intermediate or a full size cartridge...

[@joshburke4083]

Tbh I love 7mm08 out of my Tikka T3. With 140gr projectiles, it's like a .308 but better as in drops less and recoil is just like a .223.

[@thomasfrizell4780]

Hi ozzie what do you think about the ruger American 223 package.

[@dang7669]

Great video, but I think one important factor was glossed over here. If you're buying a higher end rifle, you're not simply paying for a more aestheticly pleasing finish and a smoother bolt. What you're really paying for is lower variability in accuracy between rifles of the same make/brand. Sure, you may get lucky with a cheaper rifle and have it be an absolute gem, but there's an even greater chance that it will be a dog that won't print a decent group under any conditions, with any ammo.By paying a little, or a lot, more for the rifle, you're shortening the odds of you landing a shooter.

[@evanmc8918]

great review mate

[@ozziereviews]

Cheers mate

[@016cobra]

GREAT REVIEW THANKS

[@TheKillbz]

Hey Ozzie, do you reckon that the Lithgow .308 you have would be too heavy for a stalking rifle? I have been considering getting one to become my deer rifle and returning my Ruger gunsite back to open sights with a red dot as I like to use it for general hunting and have a nice soft point load for it, but I try not to use lead for shooting things I eat and so have a Barnes load for it but dont want to swap between loads as they shoot differently. I also love the Lithgow rifles and will be getting one, I just trying to decide which calibre I would use the most as I already have a Sako .243 and a remington 223. I will be using the same scope you have as I would take it off it's current home on the ruger.

[@ozziereviews]

Yes it's pretty solid the Lithgow, you could carry it on a sling but you'd really want a lightweight scope. If I was buying something for long stalks, I'd be getting something lighter to be honest.

[@devinb3397]

If you want to hunt basically anything in Australia ( except buffs maybe ), get a 12 gauge, .22, .223 and .30-06 or something similar. All in tikka lol except a browning shotgun

[@sarnginthebrave3285]

nicely timed

[@pwleppa]

Honest opininions: Big respect. Thank you.

[@anthonyspanjich2772]

Good review. My 223 was very good, very cheap to run.... but I went up to 243 and never looked back. Long shots were "better", not too bad cost wise and excellent ballistics with way less bullet drop than 308. I just found the 223 struggling a bit past 400m.

[@rogbec01]

Anthony Spanjich what were you hunting at 400m? I’m just purchasing a Tikka T3 .223 will be shooting 50-55gn. Can I ask you what kind of accurate ranges were you getting on your 223 ?

[@anthonyspanjich2772]

Hi guys.... Absolutely nothing wrong with 223 and I loved mine actually (Ruger Vt mark 2). Its barrel life is way better than my 243 (which happens to be exactly the same rifle) - Roo's in Chittering valley (usually) were the main target plus plenty of foxes, the odd goat and the rare pig. Night hunting with a spotlight - no worries with 223 - the ranges are not extreme and its more than deadly enough. But if we tried to set up on a hill top during the day and reach out say 700m +.... it wasn't cutting it. Theres no way you can get within 400m of a roo in daylight - smart critters). Take my advice.... whatever you get (and thats a nice choice), you will get far better accuracy as an extremely fussy hand loader that has done their homework - premium factory loads are not bad - but you can do farrrr better handloading if you are extremely fussy). Grab an old (unresized shell) and slide a bullet in the chamber at slightly beyond the recommended length.... the "Lands" will push the bullet back to the perfect fit spot just before lands..... measure it and Go just a few thou less when reloading - this should be perfect (BUT TRY a few different bullet seating lengths). Try all sorts of bullets (each are different shape so do the same for each brand and write it all down).... and vary the charge - then go and shoot "batches" as accurately as you can (bean bag under the stock etc). i found that often - a touch less than max charge is more accurate.... end result is that my 243 can hit a soccer ball at 900m with 17 clicks of the scope.... Oh - sight in one inch high at 100m.... you'll be within an inch out to about 350m on a 223 - otherwise you need to hold over. good luck guys

[@anthonyspanjich2772]

oh bullet choice..... huge difference!!!!!. if you are going for soft skinned game, do not even think of FMJ's.... they just sail straight through as if you poked a hole with a rod. go varmint (Roo's / foxes and similar) or hunting (controlled expansion) bullets (for say pigs). They leave a MUCH bigger wound channel and dump all their energy in the ummm "target"..... roo heads getting blown off was not uncommon (varmint).... but I'd have data on the hunting rounds from experimentation and just adjust my scope accordingly.

[@anthonyspanjich2772]

Excuse me - I'm a gun nut... hahaha. most important issue..... what scope are you buying? The gun looks real good but its only going to be as good as the scope. Sorry if I'm bothering you - I chase ultimate accuracy

[@rogbec01]

Anthony Spanjich cheers Anthony, love Chittering , I mainly hunt York way. I am going to trial an ATN X Sight Pro 5x2O scope as I want to do night shooting. It’s not as nice as a good glass scope during the day but from all reports works fine, I will probably miss that crystal clarity but it’s real benefit is night vision mode. It also has a built in ballistic calculator which may come in handy down the track, however having heard how flat shooting the 223 is this feature may be obsolete except at extreme ranges, I am not a hand loader yet but I must confess I am tempted. X5 magnification gives me the fov I need for a fox running in close and probably all good for most fox ranges. I’ve also got an infrared spotter monocular so I should have the capacity to spot any heat signatures in pitch black out to 250m , I’ll let you know how I go these school hols!

[@AlexSwan]

Great video. I'm deciding between 223 and 308 for my first centre fire. It's going to be a Tikka. I'm not a hunter, don't like killing things. I like target shooting, long-ish range, playing sniper on my property... things like that. If I ever have to take a dog to defend our pets, so be it but this is as far as hunting capability would go. Would you say 223 is not good at all for long range target shooting? Around 1000 yards. Cheers

[@Raflancer]

Watch all the Vid mate he talks about 223 range options and other ammo aswell. If longer range 223 shooting you will need heavy slugs and a 1in8 ideally or 1in9 twist barrel.

[@Rohster70]

Alex Swan if you're shooting targets out to or past 400m with 223 you have to get a 1:8 or 1:9 twist to stabilise heavier rounds. So that narrows it down. I eventually went with a Sako 85 Varmint, blued barrel and walnut stock. It shoots OSA best of the lot, sub MOA without fail. It's set up with a Zeiss conquest 5-25x50 scope. It's a pricey setup but it looks and feels great. Though I'm going to hand load with 75 or 80 gr rounds as I want to push this setup to 1/2 or 1/4 MOA. Every factory round 69gr or heavier I've tried has struggled to achieve MOA.

[@AlexSwan]

Rohan Baker Thanks matey that helps a lot! Cheers

[@hugocoulter268]

Hey mate, I'm looking at buying a centrefire rifle for mostly fox/rabbit/hare hunting and I've heard a lot of good things about the .17 Hornet for this type of shooting, what are your thoughts on that calibre vs a .223? Cheers!

[@ozziereviews]

I'd buy a 223 as it's a lot cheaper to run unless you were planning on re-loading then the 17 hornet would be ideal for those pest animals at longer ranges.

[@payres48]

Thanks again Ozzie, I have been considering a .223 after some of your previous reviews on rifles in that calibre. This video has really set my mind on one. I just have to decide which brand. I'm thinking Tikka T3 or Howa at the moment but have read and seen some reviews on the new Sauer 100 and they seem very favourable. I don't think its available in Australia as yet. I wonder if you might review one in the near future? Cheers, Paul from Adelaide

[@TheKillbz]

They have Sauer 100 listed at Clayton Firearms in Vic, and I think I have seen them at Gunco as well

[@ozziereviews]

It's just an effective calibre and a lot of fun to shoot at an affordable price... As for brand it really comes down to what you have to spend and what your actual use of it is honestly going to be...

[@darrynworthy7129]

howa are cheap and shoot really accurate, son has a howa 22.250 shoots accurate as my heavy shilling barrel winchester m70 22.250. if you have the money go tikka. it all comes down to what people can afford really. dont think there is a rifle that shoots bad know days. look at magazine options and things like that you get. i am impressed with the howas for the money. so many cheap guns shoot so well now.

[@darrynworthy7129]

also if your long range shooting look at what twist rate of the rifle you want. if you hunt out to only 300 yards then mention what you want to the gun dealer, if you want to reload or buy factory loads ect. it all plays a factor on what your needs will be. howa action to me feels like a tikka we had 30 odd years ago they are smooth.

[@rogbec01]

Darryn worthy I agree with you Darryn. I ordered a Tikka T3X with 20” barrel for max speed and 1/12 twist to max stability of light 50-55 gn rounds. Ideal for fast and flat out to 240 m and possibly 300m from what I’m told. As a fox shooter using a whistle my max requirement will be around 200m, beyond this I’m not sure if I can even see a fox! Plenty of hitting power.

[@refaiabdeen5943]

Cheers Mate!

[@jonassvensson9898]

Hey Ozzi! i have a question about faktory made and custom build. I bought a `Remington 700 with blu printed aktion Shilen barrel and a xlr industries chassi for about 2330 USD. Many faktory made rifels are in the same price range... Which way is the best bang for the buck? Best reguards from Sweden and love your channel!!

[@ozziereviews]

It depends on what rifle you're comparing it to but most custom setups will out perform a standard factory produced rifle...

[@ThomasPowellNZ]

How common are 6.5x55 Swedish Mausers over there? Cheap and solid guns, little recoil and enough power to kill anything here in Aotearoa. Heavy military barrels stay on target after lots of shooting too.

[@captainobvious740]

I was thinking of buying a 223 mostly for target shooting but maybe some hunting. Question is, apart from smaller pest animals like foxes, what game can I shoot with a 223? My cousin says his farm is overrun with kangaroos at the moment... does a 223 have enough hitting power for a kangaroo? And I wanted to go goat shooting in the Flinders Ranges... would it be OK for wild goats?

[@captainobvious740]

Thanks Andre for your response. I've held off on the 223 for the moment and am now considering something a bit bigger for longer range target shooting (600m+); either 308 or 6.5 Creed. Ammo is a lot dearer though, particular for the 6.5 Creed

[@IainMcfly]

god i want a LA102 to go with my LA101 .. pity they dont make a leftie yet

[@fordraven5884]

Just now subscribe today after watching three of your videos

[@Marty4709]

Love your videos mate. Do you import or buy them in Aus?

[@ozziereviews]

Buy them here

[@moorey8598]

vixen scope review?

[@anthonyellsmore4532]

Excellent

[@jacklucas7265]

You say that a .223 can do what ever a .204 can do and more. My CZ .204 is a one in twelve twist, if I fire a 40 grain bullet from a .223 with a 1 in 8 my understanding is the jack will spin off a V-max. Am I correct in this or no? Rest regards.

[@ozziereviews]

The 1"8 twist on a 223 is to stabilise heavier projectiles 69/75/80gr so if you wanted to use lighter projectiles only I'd be sticking with the standard 1"12 twist with the 223. As for the jacket spinning off, I wouldn't imagine that being wrong as the projectile is too light for the tighter 1"8 twist but it's never happened to me because I would be using a standard 1"12 twist for those 40gr pills.

[@bh-b4444]

Hi Ozzie. Great video just thought the 7mm-08 might be worth a mention? whats you oppinion on this calibre i personally have one and love it.

[@ozziereviews]

Brodie H-B good if you reload but you might as well have a 308 at half the cost of ammo

[@sharky2038]

I'm looking to buy a reasonably high end rifle. Obviously I'm now expert as I'm watching this video, I am juggling between buying a 30-06 or a .308 I'm not rich but don't mind spending on something that will multi-purpose between everything and last me right up to when I become a high level shooter. Between 30-06 and .308 what would you recommend for me? Also what brand of rifle or even specific rifle would you recommend for me, I'm looking for one where I don't have to buy a second one when I move up in skill. I've had an eye injury and have to shoot left handed however I still use a right handed bolt, I could adapt to a left handed bolt if needed though. Thanks

[@ozziereviews]

308 as the ammo is more widely available and in more configurations. As for rifle it depends on what your use is...

[@reyaazpathan2358]

Go with .308 tikka t3 ctr , its priced reasonably and a good hunting and range rifle , ur pocket won't mind too much as it's a very common cartridge and that will make sure ur trips to the range can b regular.

[@gambekapula3761]

I am thinking between 223 and 22-250 ,any feedback will be appreciated! Thanks mate 👍

[@1969cmp]

.....I was speaking to a farmer in S.A. and he uses a 22-250 on roos. A few hops and it dropped. I'm looking at getting into shooting and hunting soon....camels. Which pushes me to 308 though I was speaking to a bloke who uses 223 on small camels but even a large bull camel can take 3 308s.

[@geoffgarrett5622]

Loved it

[@krisbuki4425]

Honestly best firearm to get any size game is a 12g shotgun Don’t know where you live mate but up here a 45-70 struggles to kill stuff haha

[@mahlanguism]

For shooting roos and feral cats?

[@mononoke2012]

Thanks for the review, very helpful! What's your opinion on the 7mm-08 as a first-timer hunting rifle? I need something that is Sambar legal here in Victoria, and concerned about the recoil on the .308... I only weigh 60kg. :)

[@ozziereviews]

Sure, it has a little less recoil than the 308 but it's twice the price for ammo which is something you may wish to consider...

[@mononoke2012]

Thanks for that. Yeah, I've been told that by a few people... maybe I could get a .308 and start with a lower weight ammo to practice, then move over time move into heavier for hunting. That should ease me into the recoil and prevent flinch habits forming right?

[@ozziereviews]

Yes to a degree, so if you use the 135gr ammo from OSA in the 308 it is lighter than the 165gr ammo for example, although you could look at re-loading too to drop the powder load down a little but still maintain the energy required to hunt Sambar with

[@allabasterkt]

Howa are the best budget offering.

[@ididapoo]

can you do a review on the browning blr lever action?

[@zacmcgowan3079]

ididapoo trigger is horrible

[@ididapoo]

@@zacmcgowan3079 lmao thanks for the reply😅

[@schlotdoglaser]

I am new to hunting. I am in the market to get a rifle. I want a good overall rifle. What is the best caliber for everything from Deer/antelope, pig/boar?....thanks!

[@gambekapula3761]

Mate grab 243w it has same cartridge as 308w but smaller bullet and they are starting from 55g up to 110g . Bad side same blast of noise as 308w Good luck

[@Bacnow]

Keith Schlotthauer - I would stick with 308! Rounds are cheap, extremely effective, very versatile and you will probably not need to upgrade later! I would look at Tikka T3 or Howa for a good mid price rifle that have earned quite a reputation as tac-driving, lightweight, reliable, well machined hunters! Keep in mind that many area have regulations that stipulate minimum cartridge/bullet weights for certain game. For instance, in my state, the .243w round is allowed only for boar that weight under 90lbs! However, the .308 is allowed for all game in North America regardless of state! Also, don’t be tempted by the fad rounds that are great on paper targets but much less effective at dropping game. Stick with a round that all hunters respect! Good Luck and drop ‘em where they stand!!

[@brandon97ify1]

Hey mate ,! Just wondering if you can get your A, B Licensing here in Aus at the same time ?

[@ozziereviews]

Yes, the A/B is the standard licence the you get at the same time...

[@1969cmp]

Thanks for the question...and answer. 👍

[@rogbec01]

thankyou was looking at 22.250 Tikka T3 but might go with 223 for fox hunting. I currently use a hornet, but have missed a couple further out ( my fault). I like the hornet cause its quiet, what is the difference between sound of 22.250 vs 223?

[@darrynworthy7129]

22.250 holds more powder than a 223, so it pushes the projectile faster shoots flatter, and both use the same projectile, my personal choice is 22.250. but 223 is cheaper in ammo choice only. 22.250 hits harder and shoots flatter.

[@rogbec01]

Darryn worthy Thankyou, I hope I don’t regret it, but I’ve gone for the 223, bit kinder on the ears and from what fellow fox hunters are saying it will comfortably reach out to 200-240 m. Also I shoot on other farmers properties, 223 is a bit more acceptable. I’m a whistler so majority of foxes come in within 100m, I’m pretty crap at gauging range, wind drift and drop, but I’m hoping once I find a good round and put a few Downrange I can handle the odd fox out at 300m. I’m planning on a bit of night vision whistling with ATN X Sight and IR light. I’ve got a thermal monocular which should pick them up out at 300m, but my night vision limit will be around 200m I think. As long as I have a max of 2” drop out to 300 m range during the day. I’m thinking I’m all good. Cheers

[@darrynworthy7129]

you cant go wrong, any caliber you pick, they all will do what you want. its a personal choice. a 22.250 smacks them harder that is all. my nephew has a 223. put the shot in the right spot and an animal cant tell anyway. 223 is cheaper in ammo choice. if i was buying new and wanted cheapest ammo choice i would choose 223 myself, maybe lol. i have a 22.250 i love it. shooting 223 and 22.250 you can hear 22.250 is loader and it smacks a lot harder. i am 53 i only just started using electronic ear muffs now, and i give others a set who go to what us shoot. spot lighting you will most only likely see out to 300 yards anyway. sight it in an inch or 1.5 inches high at 100 yards, it should be close to spot on at 200 then you only need to raise an inch which is nothing on a fox chest really. dont over think it. stick with the same ammo, shoot and dont think too much. just shoot. brain to trigger finger. simple dont move and you wont miss many. the brains a fantastic computer. 100 yards is a 22 range shot. 223 will do fine. i used to only use a 17 rem cal in a tikka and it would put 5 shots in a 5c piece at 200 yards, i was spoiled with that type of accuracy, factory ammo when Remington factory bullets ruled. and we shot for pelts in the 70s 80s. everyone can argue all day on what they like in the end it doesn't matter. they all kill. its as simple as that. i have killed goats with a 22. its bullet placement. 223, 308, 3006 shoot something right its dead and dead is dead. 300 yards a 223 can do it easy. have fun and enjoy.

[@rogbec01]

Darryn worthy sweet, thanks mate, appreciate the advice on sighting in and drilling a fox at 300m will be more than enough for me. I’ve been using a .22Hornet to date , loved it to 200m but just looking for that bit extra flat range, yep dead is dead ! That’s the way I like it , hate educating a fox to a whistle and then it gets away!

[@rogbec01]

Darryn worthy how is the electronic ear plugs working for you? I love nature and listening to sounds while hunting , but aware I need hearing protection. Can you recommend a brand? My 223 is coming with a muzzle break fitted, I think it’s a bit of overkill for a 223, but it will make it louder! I was considering electronic ear plugs

[@petej222]

For some reason in Queensland OSA ammunition is dirt cheap, Victoria not so much.

[@stevencox75]

pretty cheap in nsw think i pay $169 for 200 osa 223 50grain from hpgs

[@bahasarojak]

$139.90 for 200 OSA 223 55gr or 69gr from Cleaver Firearms in Margate, QLD. Good quality Australian ammo that outperforms the Winchester or Remington ammo in my experience.

[@josharthurs5150]

Hey Ozzie great vid! What are your thoughts on the lee enfield and the .303 round in general? Keep up the good work mate.

[@ozziereviews]

I think it's a good calibre and great if you're into collecting or using the historic lee enfields in general but if someone is looking for a general large calibre, just go for 308. The ammo is cheaper, it's available everywhere and you got factory ammo from 110-200gr, so what more do you need? That's my honest thoughts...

[@mahlanguism]

Great... if you like antiques

[@phillipjohnson7583]

It is too bad Nikon is getting out of the rifle scope business. I asked Nikon Rep if they were selling that portion of their business or just discontinuing it. I never received a clear answer but, it sounded like they were just discontinuing the rifle side of the their business which is kind of strange because it is a pretty successful line up of scopes -- IMV!

[@1969cmp]

I'm yet to become a 'beginner'. I have had the rare shoot, but never an owner. Yet. ☺

[@theartfuldodger7711]

um aussie fillo and both produce quality scopes

[@HeavyJ318]

I've heard that Howa is incredible for the money.

[@Jeksta28]

Can you own a file in Australia if you have a crim record from 10yrs ago.

[@JPMonstie]

Check out the Shooters Union site for info on current ‘character assessment’ conditions. IIRC it’s 5 years clear, BUT the latest restrictions are very open to interpretation and could easily be used to cancel your application. Would it be a bad idea to send Shooter’s Union your question direct?

[@russ8469]

Remington ?

[@phillipjohnson7583]

My take... Punching holes in paper, I go on the cheap. Potentially putting game on the table, I do not cheap out. When shooting or hunting price is relative, in my book.

[@barrygiblett5823]

good shit, open a shop please...

[@RemoteViewr1]

7 mm 08 fan here.

[@adamrichards2072]

Remote Viewer 1 split the difference between 243 and 308. And legal for deer in vic.

[@WoodyedPS3]

Ozzie what's your opinion on 30-30?

[@ozziereviews]

Woody ed I think it's very under estimated and foolish of people to say it's a 100 yard gun. It has taken more North American game then any other calibre in history so that should be testament to its effectiveness...

[@WoodyedPS3]

ozziereviews Cheers Ozzie!

[@MrXHammerx]

Yes flat nose projectile good for scrub AKA scrub gun . I saw Markandsam shoot 45-70govt Marlin Guide off hand at 1075yds WOW!!!!

[@MrXHammerx]

405gr bullet I think

[@MrXHammerx]

I know a .243 Soft point 100gr can take a feral horse 405gr soft point take a T-REX!

[@thebeautifulones5436]

Bolt actions for soviet 7.62x39. Cheap enough for kangaroos and big enough deer.

[@ashman0071]

.243 centerfire cartridges cost twice what similar quality .223 ammo costs............

[@JustMe-999a]

Yeah, but there aren't many places you can legally hunt deer with a .223

[@TheKetamineSquid]

Ruger m77 in 30-06 would have to be the best centrefire rifle ever made

[@billythekid2281]

You said you can’t see the point of 30-06 over 308? Well around here, 30-06 ammo is well cheaper than 308.

[@orson091]

only old people or those taught by old people like 30-06. 308 was literally developed to replace the 30-06, it was designed to have the same ballistics in a smaller and lighter package so soldiers could carry more ammo.

[@billythekid2281]

How does what you just said relate in any way to my comment?

[@orson091]

@@billythekid2281are you on drugs mate? it has everything to do with your comment. and if your in australia 308 is cheaper everywhere than 30-06.

[@billythekid2281]

Not in my area brother.

[@panaant6823]

Marlin

[@ayrtonezzy7936]

no offense but you kinda missed your own point on the scopes talking about the most expensive with out mention of some high quality budget options such as Leopold vx 1 and vx2 or vortex

[@russelklassen9174]

tikka t3 super varmint 30-06 vs winchester lightweight 30-06

[@shanevonharten3100]

Russel Klassen . tikka

[@russelklassen9174]

Thanks, because I bought the Tikka.

[@shanevonharten3100]

Russel Klassen. Awsome, I have the t3 super varmint in 300winmag Absolute tac driver, incredibly low recoil. sub 4" at 600yds with factory rem 150gr corelock. Bench of course. Happy hunting. 👍

[@russelklassen9174]

600 yards 😮wow

[@shanevonharten3100]

Russel Klassen. Yeah i know, everyone calls bs on it but a quick trip to the range soon drops the bottom jaw. I run a Burris Eliminator 3 on it so range verfied

[@chippyjohn1]

Why is everyone promoting the 6.5 creedmoor. The 6.5X5 is still better, just not promoted by america because it's a metric cartridge and not designed in the usa. Only 3 rifles you need CZ452 in 22lr, 527 in .223 and Sako 85 in 6.5X55. Dont even need the middle one, two rifles are fine. you can shoot 100gr from 6.5 and undercharge it giving you 20+ rounds per case, or go 140gr and run it on the edge for range and big game. People Don't realise you can have a larger cartridge rifle and it becomes cheaper to shoot than a small cartridge rifle if you run it at lower pressures. Re-loading is easy and saves you money.

[@Matt-fo5xj]

My pig gun is 6.5creedy

[@NoTaboos]

Why get a 243 when you get a 25-06? The best all-round centrefire for Australia. If you think the ammo is too expensive, you are in the wrong sport.

[@glendomingo6067]

Wow it's not about the scope...it's about your skill bro😅😅😅😅😅

[@paulsoutbackgardenaustrali7674]

Ain't in the USA so pls just state scope stats etc in metres and cm.ok.🤔

[@samjohnson9894]

Great videos again. Can't get enough. But I humbly submit that the cost and availability of 1000 rnds of the desired caliber should be one of the top two criteria in selecting a center fire rifle caliber. No exceptions. Who buys 1000rnds of .204, .243, 30-06, 22-250, 30-30, .357, .44, .38 special? No one. lol

[@daltonv5206]

Sam Johnson you don't need that many rounds for a hunting rifle. That's just silly. These aren't doomsday guns these are hunting rifles. A box of 20 rounds lasted me 5 years

[@thomasandashleighwaters9123]

All depends. I’ll go through 50-100 rounds a weekend when I go out hunting. Thats also sitting at camp and target shooting.

[@katana258]

1 in 9 good for 77 grain in .223 .. what your fucking crazy ..