Also, when it comes to elk hunting you're most likely to find them at less than 100yds, but be prepared to shoot 400 yds. A "specialized' rifle is not what a guy wants to be carrying on most elk hunts.
One rifle--a general purpose rifle.
So far I've killed three critters this year--bear at 28 paces, cow elk at ~60 yds, and a bull at 40 yds--this is with a 270 and 150gr NPT's. A flat shooting cartridge in a bolt action rifle set up with short range, quick shots in mind.
Amen...
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.
Dogger, I like the fact that your focus is on having a great experience. As others have already posted, your choice of rifle's will do. Over 20 years ago I was shopping for a do all rifle for my wife, and picked up a Ruger M77 MKII in 280 Rem. She has taken pronghorn, deer, elk, and moose with it. The moose and one elk with the Hornady 154 grn sp at under 50 yrds. One shot each. The rest largely were shot with 150 grn Nosler Partitions. Good luck on your hunt!
I'd honestly be more concerned about my socks and scope than the headstamp. I haven't used a magnum for the last 15 or so elk, some of which are 2-3 times farther away than many people feel comfortable shooting and I've not been disappointed.
If you jump an elk and it has a chance to run, barring a CNS hit....it's gonna run. If you pop one while feeding, it'll likely just tip over in its tracks.....be it a 243 or a 375.
Originally Posted by BrentD
I would not buy something that runs on any kind of primer given the possibility of primer shortages and even regulations. In fact, why not buy a flintlock? Really. Rocks aren't going away anytime soon.
I would not buy something that runs on any kind of primer given the possibility of primer shortages and even regulations. In fact, why not buy a flintlock? Really. Rocks aren't going away anytime soon.
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