deer charlie

If recoil or weight are not an issue, The 338 Win. is the best choice. In D. Y. Jones book " Ask the Elk Guides" He ask the most successful Elk Guides what rifle they prefer to see the clients bring. The 338 is the overwhelming winner. I agree with you that a 308 Win. is a wonderful deer rifle but if you have a 338 Win Mag it should be your Elk rifle.