RE: Elk & Bear rifle
Robert - otis is right. The BLR 81 in .358 Win would be about perfect for your needs. With the 225 Partition or A-Frame bullet, or especially the 250gr A-Frame bullet, you will hammer the game you describe at the distances you anticipate. <img src=icon_smile_dead.gif border=0 align=middle>
Good Dogwork and Good Hunting