I think you could do well the rest of your life with the 270 shooting the bullets/game/ranges you mention. I've only shot 2 elk with 270 (150 NPT) and it worked well. I bought a 280 AI after my 270 got donated. A 0.284 160 NPT/AB works just like a 0.277 150/160 NPT.
On another note, if you shoot the 338 well and dont mind carrying a bit more weight, I'd keep it. If the rifle weight is acceptable, you can always find a lighter load - I'd look at faster burning powders and lesser velocity.
As mentioned, a 270 - 338 pair covers alot of bases. In my experience, a lightweight 35 wh shooting full power loads will recoil like your 338.
Last edited by bwinters; 06/09/19.
