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12-24-2011, 05:16 PM
#2
Fork Horn
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Granbury, TX
Posts: 481
I have a 280 and plan to use it for elk if I don't get one during archery season. It has light recoil and does the job. I shot a 300 lb cow elk last year with it. She never took a step. The ammo may be a little hard to find so I would take extra with me. Mine is a rem 700 mountain rifle. it weighs around 6.5 lbs so carrying it all day isn't a concern. good luck with your choice.
12-25-2011, 07:00 AM
#3
Spike
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Nebraska
Posts: 29
I just bought an X-Bolt Hunter in 280 and I love it. It weighs a good pound less than my Model 70's. Bruse is right...ammo can be a pain to find and the variety isn't the greatest. If you don't reload I'd take more than you need.
As far as I know, Browning and TC (Venture) are the only 2 current makers that chamber anything in a 280. Gunbroker is a good place to start looking.
Edit: I guess Remington does too.
As far as I know, Browning and TC (Venture) are the only 2 current makers that chamber anything in a 280. Gunbroker is a good place to start looking.
Edit: I guess Remington does too.
Last edited by M7025-06; 12-25-2011 at 10:50 AM.
12-25-2011, 02:59 PM
#4
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: VA.
Posts: 1,415
The .280 Remington is a great caliber suitable for any U.S. game other than the great bears.As far as ammo,no you can't find it as easily as other popular favorites.However,many major manufacturers have great loads in various bullet weights.Most specialty ammo dealers can order it for you if they don't already have it.If you get one,just be careful because it will likely become your caliber of choice.
12-30-2011, 10:58 AM
#10
Fork Horn
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: from Kentucky now live in Montana
Posts: 323
The 280rem is great for Wyoming I live in montana and I use it all the time.