I know this has been beat to death on here...so I appologize for opnening up this can of worms.

I have been lucky enough to shoot 2 Bulls (Elk) the past 2 yrs in Idaho. A raghorn last year and a 4x4 last week.


Next year we are talking about doing a combo Antelope/Mule deer hunt. I have a T/C Encore and will buy a new barrel and scope setup for this hunt. Thinkin my .300 win mag barrel is a touch too much for this hunt

Which makes the most sense.... .223? .243? 25-06? Other?

Thanks in advance
Scott