270win - ok - but looking for something with more punch

[SRHeer]

I have a Tikka 270Win that has done ok on elk for me but will be acting as guide for wife who is less mobile and so I am looking for input for another cartage that will work for more long range and have more punch -

I am looking at this Moosburg Patriout 338 WiinMag

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Now I know its going to kick so I plan on putting on a combination break and silencer
That is why the shorter 22 in barrel might be a good idea -
But what about the trigger on this? I am thinking it might not be very smooth and crisp?
I think the Moosburg action should be ok?

I don't reload yet but plan on starting sometime - The 300 Win Mag looks like a good like choice also with all of
the ready made ammo available but I am also wanting to keep the cost down -

How come there is isn't any ammo available like it normally has been in the past?

 

[ARlife4me]

If you think it fits your needs, then yes. 30cal bullets will have better BC than 33cal per equal grain. Hornady 230edlx would be a good choice for bullets, but the sst might not be as suited? What would be your range? The bullet drop could be excessive out too 1k?

 

[SRHeer]

The 230edlx would be for the 338 - correct?

Range? - I wouldn't think over 600yrd - more like maybe 3-400yrds

So really a 6.5PRC would do and we wouldn't necessarily need a break/silencer -

Would a 6.5PRC be better than a 270Win?

I have harvested two elk with 270win both ran 50 yrds - maybe I should just stick with the smaller calibers and not expect otherwise?

 

[can1010]

seeing you dont reload yet why not look at the good old 3006 with 165 class quality bullets. it will be more than enough for anything out to 400 yds.
with the ammo and reloading component shortages staying simple might be the ticket. now when you start reloading it will open a lot of options.
the 6.5 PRC is a good option if you can find ammo and when you do buy as much as possible. anything PRC is pretty scarce now.
one other option would be the 6.8 western for long range with quality ammo in 165-175 class bullets

 

[Mark37082]

Have you considered a 7RM? Ammo availability is low right now, but that goes for most everything except 223 or 6.5CM. Depending on twist you can push bullets in the 180 gr range.

 

[ccmain]

I have a Tikka 270Win that has done ok on elk for me but will be acting as guide for wife who is less mobile and so I am looking for input for another cartage that will work for more long range and have more punch -

I am looking at this Moosburg Patriout 338 WiinMag

Mossberg Patriot 338 WinMag W/ Scope pckg : 961037490

Buy a Mossberg Caliber: .338 WIN MAG - Capacity: 3+1 - Barrel Type: Fluted - Barrel Length: 22 - Scope: Vortex Cros for sale by Rocking Bar Ent on GunsAmerica.com the best online marketplace for buying and selling semi auto pistols, firearms, accessories, and collectibles : 961037490

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Now I know its going to kick so I plan on putting on a combination break and silencer
That is why the shorter 22 in barrel might be a good idea -
But what about the trigger on this? I am thinking it might not be very smooth and crisp?
I think the Moosburg action should be ok?

I don't reload yet but plan on starting sometime - The 300 Win Mag looks like a good like choice also with all of
the ready made ammo available but I am also wanting to keep the cost down -

How come there is isn't any ammo available like it normally has been in the past?

In my humble opinion, it's hard to beat the old 300 WinMag. Great round and very versatile

 

[xsn10s]

I'd opt for a 300 win mag also. I shot 338's and they are proven for elk and such but so is the 300 win mag. Really at 600 yard range limitation you have a wide range of firearms. 280 rem, 30-06, 7 rem mag, 300 win mag, and of course your 338. Even a fast twist 24"-26" 270 win and some heavy bullets like the Berger 170 EOL or Sierra's 175 gr would be a step up from a 22" barrel standard twist 270.

 

[motrapper]

Another nood for the 300 win

 

[FEENIX]

I have a Tikka 270Win that has done ok on elk for me but will be acting as guide for wife who is less mobile and so I am looking for input for another cartage that will work for more long range and have more punch -

I am looking at this Moosburg Patriout 338 WiinMag

Mossberg Patriot 338 WinMag W/ Scope pckg : 961037490

Buy a Mossberg Caliber: .338 WIN MAG - Capacity: 3+1 - Barrel Type: Fluted - Barrel Length: 22 - Scope: Vortex Cros for sale by Rocking Bar Ent on GunsAmerica.com the best online marketplace for buying and selling semi auto pistols, firearms, accessories, and collectibles : 961037490

www.gunsamerica.com

Now I know its going to kick so I plan on putting on a combination break and silencer
That is why the shorter 22 in barrel might be a good idea -
But what about the trigger on this? I am thinking it might not be very smooth and crisp?
I think the Moosburg action should be ok?

I don't reload yet but plan on starting sometime - The 300 Win Mag looks like a good like choice also with all of
the ready made ammo available but I am also wanting to keep the cost down -

How come there is isn't any ammo available like it normally has been in the past?

I have harvested two elk with 270win both ran 50 yrds - maybe I should just stick with the smaller calibers and not expect otherwise?

For your intended purpose and this season, I would stick with your trusty .270 Win esp. when you are already set up for it and with a proven record in the harvest. Cost avoidance is never a bad thing.

BTW, I have three .300 WMS and a .338 WM. The .300 WM remains my go-to chambering for antelope to elk size game up to 1KY.

"If" you still want another rifle, this will allow you more time to decide on which rifle and chambering you want/need, and perhaps you will be reloading by then. Good luck and happy safe with your wife.

Ed

 

[Joe Bishop]

That 338 Win Mag was made for elk hunting and gets the job done as well as the 300 Win Mag. I like the bigger cal bullets for elk at any range just from experience, with even marginal shots the bigger bullets will anchor them so that you can get a second shot if needed.

 

[DoneNOut]

300WM. With a brake and good recoil pad will feel like a 308 WIN.

 

[Barrelnut]

I would shy away from the Mossberg. The trigger is not great and will probably need replacement. Accuracy, especially in a wood stock might be questionable as well, especially for longer shots.
IMO, you need a Savage Long Range Hunter in 300 WM. The stock is fully adjustable for length of pull and check weld. The trigger is one of the best on a factory rifle AND it comes with a muzzle brake installed. The rifles are well know for their accuracy right out of the box too. Link is to the Savage site and they list suggested retail, but they can be found much cheaper. Good luck.

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[DoneNOut]

I would shy away from the Mossberg. The trigger is not great and will probably need replacement. Accuracy, especially in a wood stock might be questionable as well, especially for longer shots.
IMO, you need a Savage Long Range Hunter in 300 WM. The stock is fully adjustable for length of pull and check weld. The trigger is one of the best on a factory rifle AND it comes with a muzzle brake installed. The rifles are well know for their accuracy right out of the box too. Link is to the Savage site and they list suggested retail, but they can be found much cheaper. Good luck.

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Might as well go the High Country version. Then bevel the ejector 20 degrees towards the firing pin hole so that it feeds from the magazine properly.

 

[Teri Anne]

I have a Tikka 270Win that has done ok on elk for me but will be acting as guide for wife who is less mobile and so I am looking for input for another cartage that will work for more long range and have more punch -

I am looking at this Moosburg Patriout 338 WiinMag

Mossberg Patriot 338 WinMag W/ Scope pckg : 961037490

Buy a Mossberg Caliber: .338 WIN MAG - Capacity: 3+1 - Barrel Type: Fluted - Barrel Length: 22 - Scope: Vortex Cros for sale by Rocking Bar Ent on GunsAmerica.com the best online marketplace for buying and selling semi auto pistols, firearms, accessories, and collectibles : 961037490

www.gunsamerica.com

Now I know its going to kick so I plan on putting on a combination break and silencer
That is why the shorter 22 in barrel might be a good idea -
But what about the trigger on this? I am thinking it might not be very smooth and crisp?
I think the Moosburg action should be ok?

I don't reload yet but plan on starting sometime - The 300 Win Mag looks like a good like choice also with all of
the ready made ammo available but I am also wanting to keep the cost down -

How come there is isn't any ammo available like it normally has been in the past?

When dealing with your wife consider what she wants and can handle rather than what you actually want. I have a Browning
AB3, 300 Win Mag. I had a muzzle brake put on it before I fired the first round. The muzzle brake works great as it now has about the same recoil as a .243. Mine is an AB3 Hunter with a 26 inch barrel and a Vortex Diamondback 6 x 24 x 50. Sighted it in yesterday and was SUB MOA, largest group about 0.060 with Sig Sauer 165 gr copper bullets. If you are looking for a nice gun for your wife this would be one. Total cost for rifle, scope and mounts and muzzle brake ran right around $1100. Keep in mind that you will have to shoot quite a few rounds (140 in my case) before the barrel settled in. Prior to that groups were around 1 MOA + - Make sure that you do a thorough copper cleaning after shooting it. Mine liked to collect copper fouling until the first 100 rounds after that the issue seems to have disappeared.