I have had three 338’s, 2 338-06, and 1 or 2 338-06 AI’s. This is what I learned.

1. 22” barrels are perfect for all.
2. The AI version doesn’t gain anything over -06 version.
3. It is easier and safer to load a 338 down than to try to turn a 338-06 into a 338. Just use R15 or Varget.

After all the effort and expense I found that a 30-06 or 270 with very good bullets works just as well, so all of them now live elsewhere and I never miss any one of them, ever !!!



“Perfection is achieved not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away”.
Antoine de Saint-Exupery. Posted by Brad.