I think you guys are also missing an item that we've all overlooked as to why the 6.5 CM has been more successful than the .260. The Internet. Think about the amount of information available over the Internet today compared to 20 years ago when the .260 was introduced? Anyone that is looking for a new rifle today has information at their fingertips. Marketing therefore has had a profound effect through the 'net.
I still like my .260 and will continue to use it. If I was started out today, I would go the 6.5 CM. Why? The ability to buy factory 6.5 ammo when .260 cannot be found. I reload for the .260 but like the safety net of having availability.
Good point.
Back in the day, it was what the gun writers had to say, what was in the gun mags for us to read.
Today, in this digital age there's a plethora of info, much of which sorta feeds on itself with growing intensity until it's woven into the culture, some of which may be urban myth more than fact.
Not too different from the current political scene with lots of "fake news", and propaganda mixed in with real news until it's hard to discern what's what as public opinion is being "shaped".
Hopefully our shooting world isn't as screwed up as the political scene, but some of those principles do apply, IMO.
And, everyone has to protect his "turf" regarding guns, rounds, loads, etc...
Otherwise, there wouldn't be much to discuss here on the Fire...
DF
