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Go classic, 264 Winchester magnum. Photo of my one shot group at 300 yds. ![[Linked Image from i.imgur.com]](https://i.imgur.com/Zf4ZKFol.jpg)
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Well we're Green and we're Gold, and we play better when it's cold. All us Cheese heads have our favorite superstar. We love Brett Favre.
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Don't overlook the .257-6.5 AI. It's a loony's dream because it's three wildcats deep from 7x57, but is easily formed from 7x57 brass. And a Goldilocks, bigger than .308 based cases but not as big as -06 or .284 based stuff. Use a Tikka long/short action hybrid setup and load as long as you like. Only real problem is lack of factory ammo.
(This post is not entirely serious, but not entirely unserious.) So is the 257-6.5AI different from the plane ol' 257AI?
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I'll never understand why the 264 doesn't get more love. Probably because of the anemic figures posted in reloading journals.
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So is the 257-6.5AI different from the plane ol' 257AI?
Yeah, it's a 6.5. A whopping 0.007 inch more diameter isn't a big deal, but the bullet selection and availability is a lot better.
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Agreed, but then wouldn't it be called the 6.5-257 AI ?
Last edited by southtexas; 07/14/21.
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Cascade,
I understand you asked for 6.5mm caliber recommendations, but also easy ammo availability, accuracy and low recoil. Although my preference in light calibers runs to the 6.5s, I’ve developed a preference for the old 270 Winchester for mulies.
It meets all your required specs and rifles are widely available. Mine are classics because as time has passed I prefer when possible, to use blue steel and dark, finely figured wood.
Maybe the 270 Win isn’t the latest technical ballistic marvel, but it is still an enduring ballistic marvel. Its performance has been matched by newer cartridges, but for open country hunting applications, it hasn’t been surpassed. IMHO it would meet your son’s needs well.
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