Consider that military sniper rifles need to accurately take out targets at far greater distances than your deer hunt. And their choice is often the .300 Winchester Magnum...or larger! Maximum effective range INCREASES w/ bullet diameter. So why would you want a smaller bullet or feel inadequately armed using a world class, long range sniper cartridge?
The cartridges that the military selects for sniping is not based on ballistic performance first. In fact it is rarely a factor at all. All one needs to do is compare the standard issued military ammo for the 300WN (A191) to a 7/08 with a 162 AMAX at 500 yards..... It's illuminating.
The no fuss, no muss, top choice for med-long range is a 7mm Rem Mag (or like cartridge) with a 162 AMAX. It is a plug and play performer.
