Originally Posted by softdown

Can't argue with the ballistics logic but I can't resist defending the advantages of the .308:
1) More compact cartridge with those obvious advantages. (From a hunting rifle perspective, what are those obvious advantages?)
2) Less recoil. (Fair point but that may matter to some and not at all to others)
3) Greater accuracy. The difference is generally insignificant for hunting but benchrest shooting is something I have done a lot of. (Accuracy depends on so many variables this is a moot point)

The .308 is, last I checked, one of a few American loads that can almost compete with the 6MM PPC. (I'm guessing it's been awhile since you last checked)