ORIGINAL: jeepkid
ORIGINAL: RugerM77.270
I am thinking aboutbuilding a custom long range rifle and am debating between these two calibers. I am looking a punching paper at 600 yards or so mainly but would like the option of hunting deer as well if I ever get good enough.
I realize that the militay uses the 308 a lot and its one of the most popular for extended range, but why do they use it over the 30-06? What would make it a better long range contender?
Take the money that you were going to spend on a custom and get a Remington 700P in .308, then use the rest of the money to get a nice scope and reloading equipment. Once you shoot that one and learn how to load for it, then get yourself a custom LR rig.
Jeepkid I think you hit the nail on the head there. I have a tendency to jump into this a little to quick. This would be a good way to learn the basics without breaking the bank.