When I was 16, I probably wouldn't get either. Now, I shoot 300RUM, and 300Win, and I can get close to a 30-378 with a 180gr bullets flying at 3350fps. But when I was 16, I only have 4 to 6 good years experience shooting 270Wins, and 243's, and wasn't near ready for a those heavy of a rounds. I am a huge advocate of having these rounds available and people shooting them.

If you have too, the 300RUM would be more economical and more pratical. Maybe a 338WinMag. For north america, the 338Win Mag is very nice for Elk, Moose, etc.

James B, you seem to be haveing trouble with this question. I see you post this same question over and over for anything going over 3100fps with an 180gr bullet. The answer has been posted to you several times. These are high powered rifles. They are meant for game from Deer to Bear, or even African game. A gun is a gun is a gun. If the animal is down, it didn't matter what you hit him with.