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lubbockdave �

I�ve been hunting elk for over 20 years with a 7mm Rem Mag and 160g bullets. My minimum recommendation is generally a .270 and 150g bullets.

I have a Ruger .257 Roberts that I love. Very accurate, light recoil, easy to carry. Considered taking it elk hunting last year but decided against it � I have too many other rifles that are better suited to the task.

That said, I have a load I am very confident could do the job � a 120g A-Frame at a bit over 2900fps. Best choice for elk? No. As always, proper shot placement and a willingness to forego some shots would make it an acceptable choice. And better than a .243, IMHO.