Originally Posted by Brad
Originally Posted by elkhunternm
Think brad is saying that the 7mm Rem mag is too big for Alabama whitetail and that the 260,7/08 and .308 are as good or better.

Personally,the 7mm Rem mag will work on Alabama whitetail. Despite what the experts say.


No, what I'm saying is the lesser rounds will be more fun to shoot, therefore he'll shoot more, therefore he'll be a better shot, and that Alabama deer won't know the difference between being hit by a 7mm RM or 7-08, but the shooter sure will feel the difference.


Interesting,never noticed recoil while shooting at animals. Also been using a .375 RUM on jackrabbits for an upcoming hunt.

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Practice,practice,practice,no matter the cartridge. If there's more recoil,start slow and work up to more rounds per session. Don't shoot more than you can take i.e. if 10 rounds is all,start at 5 and work up to more. Get away from the bench,shoot at varmints,water jugs,watermelons,cantaloupe etc.. make it fun.


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