RE: Do I need a .338?
 

It's "point blank range" is about the same as a 30/06.

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

I would like to re-visit this topic. If you hunters of large game had to choose between the .300 Remington Ultra Mag. and the .338 Winchester mag.what would you choose and why?
Thanks.

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

I would say that it is a very good choice for hunting in Alaska. Whether you are hunting big bears or not, you are still amongst them, in THEIR territory, and a chance encounter could happen at any time. You can never have too much gun when hunting where the Big Bears of the North live!

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

While I have never hunted large dangerous game, I base my opinion on the best rifle for you would be the one you shoot best. I'm not talking off of the bench, I'm talking from actual field/hunting positions, and a rifle you can make a fast follow up shot with. Now, if you don't have either caliber and are planning on buying one, I would say either one will fit the bill. Personally, I would get the 338 over the 300 Rem Ultra Mag, mainly because I don't like Remington 700s.

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

I have never owned a .300 ultramag but have owned a couple of .338 win mags and taken lots of moose as well as smaller game with them. The .338 is just about ideal for the heavy stuff like moose and elk. With proper bullets it just plain rips right through animals no matter what it encounters. If I was hunting Alaska regardless of wether I had a grizzly tag or not, its what I would carry. Even if your not hunting the big bears they could be hunting you and your kill.

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

You might not be hunting the Big Bears, but they might find you!:)The .338 would be the minimum caliber I would carry.

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

Everyone need a 338 win mag. I in fact have two. It is a great round and you have a good choice of bullets if you handload. I use mine for both elk and mule deer and it works great. Make sure you shoot it a bunch after you buy it to get use to it. They kick harder than a 06 but with a good recoil pad you shouldn't have a problem. Jovan

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

I love my .338 - use it for caribou, moose and bear. That is why they call it the Alaskan.

RE: Do I need a .338?
 

Who Doesn't!!!!!!!!!