ORIGINAL: JagMagMan

Not trying to single anyone out, just venting one of my little pet peeves--- starting new shooters out with too big of a gun!
Remember, there are many people who come to this board as new shooters, and hunters.Not knowing their age, size, and/or penchant for recoil, it is just plain irresponsible to suggest to them large magnum calibers, and bores! That is the easiest way to turn them away from shooting sports, or getting them to develope a flinch, that may take years of work to undo!
I can shoot the big boys all day long now, but I can still remember that first shot with an old 12 ga. Winchester singleshot, over 40 years ago!
Remember, even a lightweight .308 can be more than many people can handle! So, please do not be recommending .300 magnums to newbies!