The 7-08 has always tempted me mostly in the Kimber Montana platform with the 1-10 twist barrel, the 260 tempted me more. Then todays reality of just finding any reloading components and then if not components trying to find any loaded ammunition just puts a different spin on things, especially if you have other 30 caliber rifles. The 308 is just more ubiquitous and for the ranges I shoot under 200 yards identical to the 7-08 in performance that I just cannot see going in that direction. There is no doubt to the long range merit of the cartridge.