300 WM does it all
#11
Fork Horn
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Everyone has had valid and interesting input. No doubt that a properly loaded 338 is stout and carries that energy well. I almost bought one but decided on the 300 at the last minute. What I was comparing energy-wise was a factory 338 load to a max load 300 pushing a 200 gr bullet. The gist of my original post was the fact that factory loads for the 300 range from 2400-3900 lb/ft and bullet weights come in a range of about 100 grains. That creates options that beat/compete with everything from 270 to 338. I simply don't know how excited I would be about varmints with a 338 or a moose with a 270. The moderate recoil (especially with a limbsaver pad and 9 lb total gun weight) and flat shooting make the 300WM effective in many situations. It appears we all have our favorite and have many reasons why it is such.
#12
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Remington's managed recoil load in 300WM recoils the same or less than your blessed 7mm-08 so what exactly is so dumb? The 7mm-08 is a fine round but not the answer to every discussion on this site.
#13
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As an aside,I've yet to catch an application here,in which the 7-08 wouldn't shine brightly...should you feel compelled to go TOTALLY outta your element,regarding bullets,ballistics and Beasts slain.
I suggest you tread lightly there,as it will get ugly fast for you.
I suggest you tread lightly there,as it will get ugly fast for you.
I can only imagine the monster I could have awakened had I actually volleyed insults back at you. Please find a suitable site for your ignorance as it is wasted on us here.