What are people's thoughts on 7X64 cal rifles

[johnlewis]

Newbie here looking for a left handed rifle looking at Sauer 200\202 7X64 any thoughts on this much appreciated.
Many thanks John

[dromia]

Welcome to Full-Bore UK.

Why not introduce yourself on the New Members forum?

[Chapuis]

Are you looking for opinions o the rifle or the cartridge John?

If it is the cartridge then you won't find many that will have a bad word for it as it is capable of taking any game in U.K. or Europe. Brass may be a bit awkward to come by in this country but the cartridge is very popular in Europe. Many people compare it to the .270win but with slightly more velocity and a greater selection of bullet weights.

If it is the Sauer 202 that you want an opinion on that you would be better off looking at some of the stalking websites as it comes down to personal opinions and preferences. Are you looking at the steel or alloy receivers?
Personally I think they are a well made quality rifle but know that there have been some issues with scope mounting on a few rifles, and also that some people dislike the safety arrangement while others love it. If I were you I would try to get the feel of one and possibly shoot one if you can. I believe that Steve Beatty at Ivythorne shooting has a reasonable stock of such rifles otherwise it will be a trip to Garlands who import them.

[johnlewis]

Thanks for that opion as I have contacted Ivythorne and wanted a 2nd view and you confirmed what he said plus more so many thanks for an unbiased answer which I have taken on board.

[Dustyman]

Used a left handed steyr 7x64 on boar and deer for a number of years . V capable rifle and not unpleasant to shoot . Mainly choose it cus of problems getting to Germany thro France with non military
Calibres . If you do go that way , let me know as I can prob help with some brass to start you off , if u using for game , swift a frames work very well for me , Ian