I'd bet there has been more than a few big bears shot with the various 7mm magnums. Probably with many less powerful outfits too. Goes back to what you have, are very familiar with and shoot well. Placing an adequate bullet in the right spot. But why take a minimal diameter cartridge for a really big animal that tends to get pissed off when shot. I have more than a few magnum rifles from 264 to 375 as I've already said my consideration would start at 30 caliber for self. Sometimes in life you have to use what tools you have when it something's needs to be done rfn. This bear hunt has all the time the op needs to plan and select the right tools to use and he has already said a m700 Rem 300 win mag ,his question was for the bullet recommendation. I've used 700 remingtons all my life as well as others, I am surprised the crf fanboys aren't heaping it on him. MB
" Cheapest velocity in the world comes from a long barrel and I sure do like them. MB "
