Last night I was thinking about the other thread on the .270 and the first thing that came to mind was ole EKM, now that's respect ha!! The on-going but yet, never ending debate, and I mean never ending. <grin> A .270 is a great youth or womans rifle. (not weapon, I'm learning) more than capable of handling the largest elk. Actually the former world record elk was taken from a single shot with a .270. (I know it was luck) <grin>

I say this because most prefer an 06 or bigger, to each his own!! More bang for your buck is a good thing when elk hunting. But if you flinch or just flat can't handle the larger bores, does this mean you should just stay home?? No, no more than a bowhunter who can't pull more than a 45# bow. It'll kill elk, but in both instances you're limited in your range. Respect that for whatever weapon (oops) you choose and you'll be showing both respect for the animal & still be able to hunt the most magnificent creature God put on earth!!------------------------------------------------------ElkNut1