RE: 30-06 article
I’m sure other calibers are perfect for a specific sized animal, but as far as mathematics, ballistics, and common sense, the .30-06 is the most versatile and economical caliber available for hunting. In Petersons Hunting Magazine’s 2007 annual edition, there are 66 types of off the shelf ammo produced for the .30-06 ranging from 55 grain bullets to 220 grain bullets. There is low/managed recoil ammo that has the similar grain weight and energy of a .243, and also high energy/light magnums that are similar to the grain weight and energy of the .300 magnums.
I shoot Federal ‘Power Shock’ 150gr or 180 gr. ammo that cost $11.00 per box. Try to find any caliber in a short mag, 25-06,or in a 7mm-08 that is even close to that price range.
If someone were to own one caliber rifle (like myself) and wants the capability of hunting any big game animal in North America, the .30-06 is the logical way to go.