The bullets we have to choose are a limiting factor, with low BC's they lend themselves poorly to long range and highly suspect of variables such as wind drift, etc. For one to be proficient with any weapon shooting longer then "normal" ranges it takes a big commitment in trigger time and shooting in all conditions/situations. Off the bench is much different then in the field. Ingeneral the limiting factor isn't the equipment but the user?? Though for those who are willing to put forth the effort and have the ability longer shots are doable. However for the majority of hunters 200 yard max with a scoped Ml should be the max.

BTW I own a savage 10II and shoot smokeless powder, it has shot some pretty nice groups at ranges further then 200 yards but off the bench vs in the field are 2 different worlds. Itreat it likemy other MLs, That being: max is 200 ishin good conditions on a relaxed animal, solid rest, verified range, positive shot angle (broadside or slight 1/4 away) and everything feels right with the trigger man. If not I back off and look for another opportunity.