The various 8X57s get the job done. I use them often in 8X57JR, 8X57 JRS, and 8X57S...in the order below. Even the relatively lower power 8X57 JR kills well.
I do believe a 308 is more versatile with a better bullet selection and nice light short-action rifles.
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