Ruger American any good?

I'm going to get me a deer hunting rifle and I'm considering the Ruger American in 270. What are your thoughts on this rifle? Do you recommend something else comparable or a little more in price? Thanks.

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I was pleasantly surprised by the trigger and action on mine. Also, accuracy at 100 yards is as good as I am, even after I cut the barrel down to 16". I'd recommend it, though the weak point is the magazine, which seems flimsy, yet mysteriously works.

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My Ruger American is chambered in 450 Bushmaster, and had held up just fine. Great gun for the price, and accurate too. Really likes to be suppressed.....

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Love mine.
Cheap & plentiful ammo for my 5.56NATO
Nice adjustable trigger.

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