I think the dislike stems from some 280 AI guys claiming how incredible their round is. Keeping up with the 7 mag, superior to the 270 or 30-06. Things like that. So it's a case of backlash, in a way. The reality is the 280 AI is just fine, but isn't anything special compared to a bunch of other rounds.
Savage 99's case is different, as he is an idiot.
Got it. I like stuff that's different and I equally like stuff that's plain. I try to not to discriminate against any cartridge, although I'm definitely not a magnum guy. 257 Wthby.....Yes. Other magnum rounds I could not care less about. And I have and like to tinker with 223's and 223AI's. 250 Savage and 250AI. 257 Rbts and 257AI. 280 and 280AI. I love to spread the love.
