The military used the Remington Model 700 for years as their go to rifle for Snipers. The military used 30-06. However 300 win mag is a better option for elk. The rifle is a great choice. I agree with other posts on purchasing the best optic that your budget can afford. Then keep upgrading every...
After twenty nine years in the Army and shooting MIL I have opted to go MOA for my hunting. MOA is a lot simpler and faster to use when hunting big game. If I were a target shooter in completion I would go MIL. I am now retired and my eyes are not what they once were so DOTS are tough on my eye's.