Originally Posted by
Buckingaround
Since I can't find any .308 ammo, I'm having to use my .243 to hunt deer this weekend. IN the past, I've only used it for coyotes. I'm glad I found this thread - makes me feel better using a .243 now.
Learn to handload and you won't be held hostage by the ammo supply.
I handload for 7mm Rem Mag, 350 rem Mag, 375 H&H Mag, 450 Marlin, 9.3x62 Mauser, 6.5x55 Swedish and 6.5x54MS. I used to have a double rifle made by William Evans in 450/400 3 1/4 Nitro Express and I handload for that too. When you handload you get to shoot more and can develop a load that will get the most out of your particular rifle. Plus, you will have ammo when you need it. I've got at least 200 rounds for each of the above calibers except the 450/400 3 1/4 since I sold it off a few years ago.