Originally Posted by 257Bob
In consideration of this same question, I went with the 6.5 CM, affordable and easy to shoot (I already have a 308).

That's the beauty in both of those cartridges. Have you ever tried the 223 for shooting further out? They are all fun to practice with. Since the op does not want to handload, those 3 cartridges are probably on the top of the list, for what he's wanting: IMHO.
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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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