[Errant]

Given your constraints, I'd look at getting a bolt action Remington or lower priced Savage in either 30-06 or 300 Mag and add recoil reduction and a bi-pod. You're going to need a good scope and that can set you back as much one of the rifles above.

If you plan on shooting a lot, get into reloading which will greatly reduce your costs.

[rabidralph]

Thanks. I do plan on learning reloading at some point. I have a few friends who are willing to show me how it’s done.