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Oh yeah the American is like the Axis of Savage

What model Ruger?
Did you see how easy the Howa stock bends at the fore end? :P

No one is forcing anyone to read these threads...
Back on topic, the Savage trigger is far superior to Howa triggers which the OP might want to take into account

But you'll be able to sell it 2nd hand in a few years time for twice the price because it has Sako stamped on it :ORLY:

This would be a better first rifle? ;) might as well start off with a cheap one :ORLY: Sako Finnlight 308 Rifle - Last One! | Trade Me

Like this (this one is left hand though) Savage Trophy Hunter Model 11/111 Centrefire Rifle - Hunting and Outdoor Supplies.
Kidding, this is ideal! Savage Trophy Hunter Stainless Package 270Win -...

Never owned one but the one I've seen was shit compared to the other models. I have a Weather Warrior and Trophy Hunter. The Weather warrior is stainless with metal magazine and bottom metal. The...

Also regarding gun choice, if you're set on a Howa that's fine but Savage and Marlin make good guns around the same price range (I have 2 Savages and my mates have Howas which are pretty much on...

Sounds perfect. Buy 2nd hand, not much point in getting a brand new one. That will leave a bit more cash for a better scope.
Maybe consider a 3-9x40 scope? You can leave it on low power if that's...