7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

I can't decide between the two, I was set on getting a 300 for my encore but i found a deal for a 7 mm that i might not be able to pass up. In everybody's opinion which is better especially for long distance and bigger game like elk and moose

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

Either would do nicely. If you like shooting heavy bullets, go with the 300, you think you need 140-160gr, go with the 7mm.

The elk or moose won't know the difference.

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

If your using 200 grain bullets in the 300 win mag it should be a little more potent but little if any difference between the 160 grain vs 180 grain.

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

both are legends and both would kill elk no argument. but i would prefer the .300 over the 7mm. good luck.

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

I would take the 300 win mag

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

If recoil is a consideration, you might want to look at this link to compare the two rifles. [link]http://www.chuckhawks.com/recoil_table.htm[/link]

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

I aagree with Big Country.
With the super premium bullets on the market nowadays, both calibers
would be suitable for Elk or Moose.

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

I had the same debate and bought the 7 mag because of less recoil. I've had it 12 years and had great success from bull elk to javelina in Arizona.

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

The 7mm will do most anything the 300 will with less recoil. Since you can get a super deal on the 7mm go for it.I think you will be more then satisfied with either you choose.

Ruger Redhawk

RE: 7 mm Mag vs. 300 Win Mag
 

I use a 7mmrem mag and one of my pards uses a 300 win both have performed excellent from deer to moose, so I agree upto moose they are pretty much a wash. The 300 will pull away if you want to use the bigger lead when chasing big bears or similar but since most use 180gr/308 or 160gr/.284 you or game will never know the difference so buy which ever you desire!