Originally Posted by
maritime363
Any strong opinions around hunting w 270 150gr NP for elk? Could go w 30-06 180gr but would like to go w 270. Thanks.
Yer gonna get some advice on this I bet! IMO I would go with the 30-06 with a good 165 grain. I have killed a few elk with the 270 150 gr combo, most of them quite cleanly. I did have a bad experience with a long shot on a big bull, I killed him but only after he wandered around the woods and bled out every last bit. After that I have switched solely to my 300 WSM with 180's. I'm a firm believer in 30 cal for elk, but the 270 will do it if your willing to be picky (ie get close) with your shot.