I have also shot lengthwise through elk and elk-sized animals with various bullets from .270 to .30 caliber, even those antique Nosler Partitions. The bullet makes more difference than the bore. [/quote]
So imagine what happens when you use those new/wonderful bullets designs in a 338 cal.
I cannot disagree with you. I shoot a lot of 06's and the good ol 06 is my favorite using cartridge, but whatever advantage modern bullet desings have given the 06, they have given to the 338 also.
