I’ve had my 7mm-08 for two years now and have harvested two deer. Out of the two the furthest was shot was 136 yards. Not much of a challenge but it did the job. I reload my shells so availability is not an issue. I just find the 7mm-08 excels at the range not being a big thumper as other rifles I’ve shot in the past. It’s just a good round for deer hunting and I really like the short action...