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I would go with the 30-06. If it is big enough for all of the other game in North America (and it is), then you will be fine for elk.

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.300wby, though the .340wby is my baby...

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If you are stuck in the .3 range and were looking at it for elk only I would pick the 300 win mag. If you have other hunts planned for antelope, deer, ect.... I would get the 30-06.

I personally have used a 270, 308, and now use a 7MM WSM and have absolutely fell in love with the WSM lineup. Getting it to shoot right with loads was a challenge but now that I have it dialed in I wouldn't trade it for anything.

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30.06 with quallity ammo is all that is really needed. 4 for 5 on elk with the30.06 and one with a bow.

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5- 300WinMag
5 - 30-06
0 - 300 WSM

My bet is he'll get the 300 WSM.

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I all ready did! For the record, I do thank all of you for your replies and I didn't take them lightly. It's just that my local gun shop gave me a really good deal on the one they had. Everyone has said it's a good choice but just not THE choice for them. I would have acutally rather gone with an 06 if for no other reason, the price of ammo. Thanks again and I'll keep everyone posted on how it shoots once I pick it up. The shop is mounting the scope, Leupold VXII 4x12, and then bore sighting it for me. Should be ready on Tuesday!!!! Can't wait. Maybe I'll even post a pic of it!

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300WinMag

Would be my choice and I just bowhunt Elk. Consider this when you hunt elk hunt with bow do you turn your draw wieght down or do you shoot the max that you can handle and still make good shots ? 40lbs will kill an elk I shoot 72lbs. Why shoot less ?

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The WSM is a good lineup. Kind of pricey to shoot so if you have the option consider reloading.

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Considering the cost of a hunt, license alone will be over $500,why worry about a cartridge that cost about $3.00, You did very good with the WSM.
Redclub

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Like otrher said. Good choice but not my choice:D. Mine would be the 30-06 or 300 WM. Flip a coin.