Never mentioned going west-----I have several smaller caliber guns-- 6.5 Creedmoor being my current favorite. Never said I need a 300 Win Mag, just stated I wanted one. I also have a 338 Lapua and 375 H&H. I get the recoil thing just wanted input on the rifles mentioned. Not pissed but somewhat aggravated on how these post always go into someone's view on caliber selection.

Think I am going with the Nosler 48 in 300 Win Mag.