It makes as much sense as calling the 270 WSM a short magnum. The nomenclature suggests there should be a long one.
Lol, there is, the 270 WB.
The .270 Weatherby (or Wby.)- was known as a "short magnum" when it appeared--as were many other rounds, including the 7mm Remington and .300 Winchester Magnums. This was because they were enough shorter than the .300 and .375 H&H (the two belted magnums first chamber by any American company) that they could fit in a ".30-06" length magazine.
It's always interesting how shooters get worked up about "correct" nomenclature.
It's also interesting how many shooter who complain about "common usage" can't spell all that well. Vince, no offense, but the phrase is "pet peeves," not "peaves."
