I hunt here in Oklahoma where the long shot is around 300 and we also hunt Kansas where some of the shots can be much futher. That is why I would like a the capability of shooting the longer range andI know part of that is having the right optics.
The optics is only one part,as is the rifle,and the reloading components,and equipment.The biggest part is learning how to read the wind,and practicing.Be well aware that if you intend to be really proficient at 500 yards,you need regular access to a 500 yard range,and hundreds of rounds per year of practice.If you intend to become proficient at 1000 yards.you need regular access to a 1000 yards range and the time and money to practice even more.You will be buying bullets 500 rounds or more at a time and powder in containers a lot bigger than one pound.Gas money to and from the range can add up.Then you have to factor in the cost of rebarreling every year or two if you use the 300 win mag.It can be done,but it requires a big commitment in time and a fair commitment in money as well.