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    Old 05-24-2016 | 11:27 PM
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    Im planning on doing a Ram n Hog hunt in Texas. And would like suggestions on what would be the best caliber rifle to take? I want to use one rifle for both..
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    Old 05-25-2016 | 05:14 AM
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    30-06, .308, the best rifle is none existent, your question will get you personal opinion and preference. What you really want ask what is a good caliber that will do a good job on both animals and is versatile enough to be used for many animals.
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    Old 05-25-2016 | 06:17 AM
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    6.5x284...264 Win Mag...240 Weatherby...270 Win...257 Weatherby...take your pick...
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    Old 05-25-2016 | 06:38 AM
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    Anything that is adequate for deer will work on rams and hogs.
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    Old 05-25-2016 | 07:15 AM
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    What he^^^said!
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    Old 05-25-2016 | 04:26 PM
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    My vote goes for a .308, thats a solid relatively economical round.
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    Old 05-26-2016 | 08:12 PM
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    Originally Posted by gjersy
    My vote goes for a .308, thats a solid relatively economical round.
    This is nice gjersy
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    Old 05-28-2016 | 05:18 AM
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    257 weatherby. Won't disappoint.
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    Old 05-28-2016 | 02:30 PM
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    Originally Posted by gjersy
    My vote goes for a .308, thats a solid relatively economical round.
    Very Practical and Quite Adequate.
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    Old 05-28-2016 | 05:36 PM
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    Most any deer cartridge should do!

    Me - I'd pick the rifle I'm most comfortable with:

    My 30-06 carbine out to 200 yds
    If longer shots, My 270 Winchester
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