Those of you who have been on the forum for awhile will know i've used a Win 94 30-30 for elk and muleys since the 50's. I've never lost an animal. In the last few years i've switched to muzzleloaders. All game has been taken with open sights.
So, you know how I stand on magnums. However, i'm not arrogant enough to tell someone they shouldn't buy a new gun, but instead should learn to shoot.