Just an update. As stated earlier, I purchased a Model 52 30-06 for an Elk hunt. It was also purchased with the idea that it will serve as my primary hunting rifle. Elk hunt in mid-October, success. Hit a 300 class bull from 304 yards. Very happy with my purchase. I personally live and hunt in Texas where we typically set up our deer blind about 75 to 100 yards from the feeder, so I had never made (or even attempted) a shot at 300 yards. Was very hesitant to take it but all ended well (well not so well from the Elk's perpective). Prior to this I always hunted with my 270 Remington (which I was and am very satisfied with), but now am considering another Cooper in a little lighter caliber (since Texas deer are not a whole lot bigger than my labrador).
