338-How is it different from the 257stw?

That would be the same .. hot tamale is the nick name the author of the story gave the round .. Bill

Wonder what the barrel life would be on that round??

how long do barrels usually last with .22-250?

i was also wondering how much of a difference there is in performance between 22" and 24" barrels?

still, nobody has even suggested a single brand/model of gun that is accurate and reliable.....

im looking to spend under $850 canadian before taxes....and scope

thx

ch312

Either of these will be OK for varmints up to the size of wolves, and will do for deer also. BUT I definitely would not recommend a .22/250 for moose or bear! The .25/06 will certainly kill moose and bear, but the .270 Win. with 150-grain Nosler Partition bullets would be better for these two!! If your limitation is based on bullet diameter rather than cartridge case size, then get a .270 Weatherby Magnum! A used Weatherby should be available within your price range.

As for accuracy and reasonable price, look at a Savage! They have an excellent rep. for accuracy, and cost less than Rem, Win, Ruger, etc. However, don't rule out a good used gun!!

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