Help me understand this caliber better.
I first really learned about this caliber when folks told me to get it instead of a .243 for my son (8) because of its low recoil but much better performance.
I have a .270 now and am purchasing a new rifle for an elk/Mule deer hunt next year. I was set on getting a .300 win mag but several folks have said I should really consider the 7mm-08 for this hunt.
I’m confused as seems odd that a gun that a lot of people recommend replacing a .243 with is considered such a great elk gun. If it makes a difference I’ll probably get a M70 extreme weather.
I first really learned about this caliber when folks told me to get it instead of a .243 for my son (8) because of its low recoil but much better performance.
I have a .270 now and am purchasing a new rifle for an elk/Mule deer hunt next year. I was set on getting a .300 win mag but several folks have said I should really consider the 7mm-08 for this hunt.
I’m confused as seems odd that a gun that a lot of people recommend replacing a .243 with is considered such a great elk gun. If it makes a difference I’ll probably get a M70 extreme weather.
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