I don't mind the recoil of a 300wsm. It is like a 30-06 with a stiff load. The 300wm is more punnishing and not what I enjoy shooting at all. My 300WSM is not "superlite", but it isn't a heavy beast at all either. Lately I've been shooting the 175LRX in it:
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If that or the 165 TTSX don't perform well enough in the rifle, I might think about a 200gr partition, but then the recoil will be more punishing. The main reason I'm wanting to shoot mono's in the light girl... I've had elk catch 180gr partitions, so a bullet that will penetrate better, is another reason for the mono's and 200gr partitions...

Originally Posted by raybass
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style.
Originally Posted by Pharmseller
You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole.

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