RE: What is the best gun for moose and elk
All you really need is a .204 Ruger. Because everyone on earth shoots so well and is so selective with there shots. Just shoot that moose right in the eye with that .204. You won't even ruin any meat. It'll be perfect.
(I just felt the need. I know I am going to be at odds with some people here, but Cherokee and I have been debating a similar topic)
On a serious note. I feel the .300 win mag is one of the best all around cartidges made. It can be loaded down, and up. Can be used for anything from Coyotes to big bears. If I could only have one gun it would be a .300 win mag, luckily we're not limited. Personally I am not a big fan of the short mags, even though I know a lot of people are shooting them.