Originally Posted by m77
I know this is pretty open for discussion, but shooting metal plates and paper at long range is not hunting and I would rather find out from you guys how it performs on game before one try something stupid smile

Thanks

Pieter


I know you didn't ask this question so I apologize for answering the question you didn't ask. I had a 338 WM that I considered for LR, but by the time I'd worked up some good loads and shot it a fair amount, I'd convinced myself that I'd be better off with a big 7 for that application, so I went the re-barrel route.

When you say "long-range hunting" that means (to me anyway) using a bullet that's optimum at bucking the wind, and shooting enough to get really comfortable with the rifle. For me, the 338 WM was not the way to get there. Just my $.02, and worth every penny.

Edited to add, didn't see the part about the game you're interested in, scratch that.

Last edited by smokepole; 11/30/12.

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