Thread: New to hunting: Caliber decisions.

Have you had previous experience with firearms ? A mates rifle ? Getting a chance to test fire a couple of different rifles & calibres would help you decide what suits & fits you best. Caliber is one aspect, but brand of rifle & how the stock & weights fits you or not, is also important. When you shoulder the rifle some will feel better to you than others. A bit like buying tramping boots, some fit you better than others. In terms of calibres for some one starting out as @199p says anything in 243 to 308 would be a good choice. Personally for a first rifle I’d suggest 708 or one of the 6.5’s ie 260, 6.5x55 or Creedmore. Make sure you get a suppressor & have enough budget for good reliable scope.