Have two early 270s in a M-54 and a M-70. They work OK for deer and antelope.
For larger game, or bigger deer- a 338-06 and a 35 Whelen in early Model 70s. The 30-06 is the rifle caliber standard.
Elmer Keith was right a long time ago.


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There are no atheists in fox holes or in the open doors of a para's aircraft.....