Originally Posted by
wis_rifle_hunter
i'm 15 years old. average sized kid. i can take the kick from a .338 no problem. i've got a .243 right now but i'm thinking of something bigger. i really like the 30-06. my dad has a .280 and it just doesnt shoot flat enough. if i go with the 30-06 what size of bullet would be the best for wisconsin. my shots would be under 200 yards and shots in wyoming would be anywhere out to 400 yards. i've got the model of gun picked out that i want i just cant decide on which caliber to go with.
Do you reload, or use factory ammo?
Unless you're looking to use bullets larger than 150 gr. (unnecessary to use anything larger if you're limiting yourself to deer hunting), you're going to be disappointed if you buy a .30-06 because you don't think the .280 shoots flat enough. The .280 is a bit flatter shooting than a .30-06.