I have killed 10 deer in the last 2 seasons with my 7-08 at ranges of 7-325 yards. Very sweet round. I have a model 700adl for the 7-08...I have a 7mag weatherby and the difference in recoil is VERY noticeable..that 7mag has a different kind of kick to it...very sharp. 7-08 has just a little thump..almost unnoticeable. Since the 7-08 is based off the 308 the inherent accuracy will almost always be dandy.