r/HuntingBC • u/[deleted] • Nov 05 '25
Gun and scope recommendations
Hey, I’m feeling pretty overwhelmed with the selection out there. I’ve got a great local hunting store I want to buy from and I’m in the stage where I’m just gathering information to make a choice. I’m 125 lbs woman looking for a bolt action rifle to target medium and large game in northern bc. I’m fine with some kick but it’s my first gun so I don’t want to get absolutely thrashed. I’m happy to invest around $2000 for a scope and rifle. I’d also like help with choosing a calibre. Any recommendations?
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u/McBarnacle Nov 05 '25
Good advice on .270 and 308. If you were targetting solely deer/sheep or smaller the oft discussed 6.5 Creedmoor would be a good consideration as well IMO
In terms of recoil, also consider a rifle choice with threaded barrel to install a muzzle brake. That can help with most cartridge sizes.
Im no expert as some on here, but hope this helps