I've been carrying a North American Arms .22LR during elk hunts that past few years and have taken several Dusky Grouse with it, but this year am going to pick up a 317. It's just a few ounces heavier, but has adjustable sights, and should be more accurate overall. Weight to me is everything on an elk hunt.
Huntsman22 nice job on the packrat. Can't stand those things!
