To Stubblejumper: I am not saying that you are wrong. I am only repeating what the elk guides have told me. I did not even mention a 30-06. So I have no idea where that comment came from?

Also if you believe that a 140 grain 7mm bullet is as good as a 225 grain or even a 250 out of a 338 Win. Mag. Then I can not think of an argument to combat that logic. Also IMO- if you dive into the trajectories-past 300 yards, you will not find alot of difference between your 140 grain, and a good 225 grain 338. Also IMO in the west the wind is normally a larger problem than bullet drop, and I am pretty sure the 338 with a large bullet is superior in wind bucking capability. Tom.