Need advice on new rifle

[switchbackkd]

I want to get new rifle. I have looked at a Weatherby Mark V 257 Mag n the Model 85 Sako in a 3006 or 338 fed. I haven't really looked at any other 1s.

Any suggestions.

[rgs1975]

I think a large determining factor should be what you intend to use the rifle for. I'd likely give vastly different recommendations based on what type of animal you want to be hunting.

[switchbackkd]

mule deer n whitetail n at least 1 elk.

[Sheridan]

Sako Model 85 in .30-06 is always a great choice !


What else do you have ?

[Wolf killer]

I own a Sako and I used to own a Weatherby. My vote is for the Sako. I am currently in the market for another rifle, it will most likely be a Sako.

[salukipv1]

If I wanted a .257wby I'd probably get that Remington CDL-SF

but my vote would be go for a Sako in 270 WSM or 300 WSM

[KT29]

I got to shoot a new Winchester Model 70 in 300 WSM the other day. It was very smooth, good looking, and shot very well. Just something else to look at. Have fun.

[Vapodog]

I would not be considering anything under .284 diameter if elk was on the menu.

The .257 Weatherby is a fine deer rifle and is used for elk.....but IMO it's not an elk rifle at all.....

[switchbackkd]

Originally Posted by Vapodog

I would not be considering anything under .284 diameter if elk was on the menu.

The .257 Weatherby is a fine deer rifle and is used for elk.....but IMO it's not an elk rifle at all.....

Ya. I considered a 7mm. or just 338 or 340.

[switchbackkd]

Originally Posted by salukipv1

If I wanted a .257wby I'd probably get that Remington CDL-SF

but my vote would be go for a Sako in 270 WSM or 300 WSM

I had the wsm calibers n didnt care much for it. Do they still make that or was that just a run.