so a .270wsm would be enough to take out an elk at a decent range then? i Read that a .270 gun is a good all around gun for non dangerous game. I don't know if they are talking elephants or Grizzlies. Thanks for all the input, and thanks deadstick for the heads up on scheels in GF, but I really am looking for a nice wood finish.

I don't hunt elk regularly, would like to get out and try it some time though