7MM Rem Mag
11-01-2005, 03:56 PM
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RE: 7MM Rem Mag
Just thought I'd mention that I am planning on getting a 7mm (probably a another savage but maybe a win model 70 lightweight) I am kind of stoggy and conservative with a heavey bent toward nostalgia. So I ahve been a fan of the venerable 30 06 for 10 years. But I just started elk hunting and most of hte guides I met carry a rifle chambered in 7 rem mag. These guides said that for the average hunter who takes deer, hogs, pronghorn, muleys and an occasional elk, the 30 06 is the best all arounder. But if you plan to become an avid elk hunter, the 7 rem mag and .300 win mag can't be beat. I guess one of each will not go amiss.
Good luck to you
okcmco
Good luck to you
okcmco
11-01-2005, 04:58 PM
#12
Giant Nontypical
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RE: 7MM Rem Mag
These guides said that for the average hunter who takes deer, hogs, pronghorn, muleys and an occasional elk, the 30 06 is the best all arounder.
11-02-2005, 07:09 PM
#13
Typical Buck
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RE: 7MM Rem Mag
The 06, 7mm Rem, and 300 WM all fill nearly the same nitch. The 300 WM is alot of recoil for most but you said it was mild. That being the case why not pick the win mag. Between the 7mm and 300 the ammo cost approx the same and the 300 can shoot as flat or flatter with more KE at all ranges. My choice was the 06. Typically lighter rifles, lighter recoil, cheaper ammo and still effictive to beyond 350 yds even on elk. That is further than most hunters have any business shooting.
11-02-2005, 11:44 PM
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RE: 7MM Rem Mag
You can't go wrong with any of the three options. It will come down to personal preference. As far as far as the aught six shooting flatter and with more energy at all distances than the BIG 7 I don't think so. No offence Gags but I read the article on the high energy 06, I posted the link to it. I need more than one source, or even better see it with my own eyes to believe those numbers. Believe 10# of what you read and 50% what you see. Not a single animal out there will know the difference between the aught six or the BIG 7 witha well placed shot. Happy hunting.
11-03-2005, 12:45 AM
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RE: 7MM Rem Mag
ORIGINAL: SCHOOLBOY
You can't go wrong with any of the three options. It will come down to personal preference. As far as far as the aught six shooting flatter and with more energy at all distances than the BIG 7 I don't think so. No offence Gags but I read the article on the high energy 06, I posted the link to it. I need more than one source, or even better see it with my own eyes to believe those numbers. Believe 10# of what you read and 50% what you see. Not a single animal out there will know the difference between the aught six or the BIG 7 witha well placed shot. Happy hunting.
You can't go wrong with any of the three options. It will come down to personal preference. As far as far as the aught six shooting flatter and with more energy at all distances than the BIG 7 I don't think so. No offence Gags but I read the article on the high energy 06, I posted the link to it. I need more than one source, or even better see it with my own eyes to believe those numbers. Believe 10# of what you read and 50% what you see. Not a single animal out there will know the difference between the aught six or the BIG 7 witha well placed shot. Happy hunting.
11-03-2005, 09:29 AM
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Giant Nontypical
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RE: 7MM Rem Mag
ORIGINAL: UThunter
Look at his post and you'll see he in fact said 300, referring to the 300 win mag and not the 30-06. He was and is right, the 300 can/does shoot flatter and definately with more punch.
ORIGINAL: SCHOOLBOY
You can't go wrong with any of the three options. It will come down to personal preference. As far as far as the aught six shooting flatter and with more energy at all distances than the BIG 7 I don't think so. No offence Gags but I read the article on the high energy 06, I posted the link to it. I need more than one source, or even better see it with my own eyes to believe those numbers. Believe 10# of what you read and 50% what you see. Not a single animal out there will know the difference between the aught six or the BIG 7 witha well placed shot. Happy hunting.
You can't go wrong with any of the three options. It will come down to personal preference. As far as far as the aught six shooting flatter and with more energy at all distances than the BIG 7 I don't think so. No offence Gags but I read the article on the high energy 06, I posted the link to it. I need more than one source, or even better see it with my own eyes to believe those numbers. Believe 10# of what you read and 50% what you see. Not a single animal out there will know the difference between the aught six or the BIG 7 witha well placed shot. Happy hunting.
11-03-2005, 01:44 PM
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Nontypical Buck
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RE: 7MM Rem Mag
ORIGINAL: MarinePride
I have a Savage 110E in 7mm Rem. Mag. and I love it. It is a kicker and after 20 rounds it's usually time to call it a day at the range. Heavy clothing will help, but the thing puts out a sharp kick with my 150 gr. reloads.
I have a Savage 110E in 7mm Rem. Mag. and I love it. It is a kicker and after 20 rounds it's usually time to call it a day at the range. Heavy clothing will help, but the thing puts out a sharp kick with my 150 gr. reloads.
