So the question really is: when will a properly loaded 30-06 not work and we need something flatter shooting or harder hitting to hit/kill our intended game?
Working, after a fashion, & being optimum are 2 different things.
No problem at all with the '06 on everything but dangerous game & for that I simply want the security of a bigger bore & more HP with a heavier bullet.
If I had no choice but the '06, I think I'd pass on some animals.
MM
Agreed with may not be optimum for some animals.
What animals/conditions do you feel it inadequate or you would pass on?
Brown or grizzly bear at close range, Cape Buffalo, lion, obviously elephant.
We all know the '06 will kill all of those animals & that's not the point, but I want something bigger for those listed & could easily opt out if the '06 was the only choice.
Can't imagine that most Alaskan brown bear guides would prefer their clients to have an '06 instead of a 338 or 375 in their hands assuming they shoot them all equally well (which I can).
