I’d take absolutely any standard (non-magnum) cartridge from .257 - .358 cal. My faves include the .25-06, .260 Rem, 6.5x.284 Norma, .270 Win, 7mm-08 Rem, .284 Win, .308 Win, .338 Federal and .35 Whelen.

Given a choice of two short-action rounds, I go .260 Rem and .338 Fed.

Given two long-action rounds, .25-06 and .35 Whelen.

One of each, 7mm-08 and .35 Whelen.

Just one, I choose the classic .270 Win with 130gr bullets, in honor of the great Jack O’Connor.


What could be a sadder way to end a life than to die having never hunted with great dogs, good friends and your family?