Originally Posted by cwill
I have been looking and lusting over new rifles and new cartridges.

That is enough reason to buy something different than what you already have.

Originally Posted by cwill
Every time I look at ballistics and manageable distances (400 yds which is what I would limit myself to.) the common calibers seem to be just as effective.

They are, irrespective of what some internet chest thumper wants to tell you (me included).

Originally Posted by cwill
The question I pose is should I stick with a tried and true classic 30/06, 270, 7mm mag? Or a new chambering in one of the high B.C. Offerings?

It won't matter (see your second quoted portion above). Get a new chambering to you. whether that be "tried and true" or a "newer chambering" It's fun to do.


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