jjhack,
Well stated.
I don't have anywhere near the experience that you have. But in my limited experience being on hand while elk were taken, the bigger guns definately drop them faster, even with the same vital hit.
There are exceptions to every circumstance, however, as I have stated on prior posts on this subject, the east coast dude that has 5 - 7 days to get it done needs every advantage they can get. I would LOVE to be able to hunt an entire season for elk, moose, or even any of the African game animals that you hunt with a lighter rifle, looking for a perfect shot. But that just ain't in the cards right now. So with limited time and money, I'll stick to the boomers (as long as I can shoot them well).
I'll tell you that the most impressive performance my buddy and I have seen on moose, elk and sheep has been with the 300 RUM shooting 180's and 200's. I have not shot any game with my 338 RUM yet, but I am willing to bet that it also is a big hammer.
Tony.
