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    Low Recoil Rounds Sutiable for Elk

    I want to thank everyone for your replies and input, and after a lot of debate I'm leaning towards a rifle chambering 7mm-08. I'm also considering putting a muzzle brake on this rifle but that may be overkill. Again, Thank you all! Tom
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    Low Recoil Rounds Sutiable for Elk

    Thank you for your reply sir. To answer your question, we are located in Kansas City, Missouri. I have little knowledge of the .338, but that will change. I am very interested in a do-it-yourself hunt, but a hunt of this nature would be difficult due to the distance to states supporting Elk...
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    Low Recoil Rounds Sutiable for Elk

    I should have framed my original question better as it is twofold. First, what is the suitability of the .260 Remington & variants such as the Creedmoor and now the Lapua on elk at medium range? Secondly what is the best platform to produce the lowest felt recoil, AR-10 or bolt action...
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    Low Recoil Rounds Sutiable for Elk

    Hi Everyone, I’m new to this forum, and I apologize in advance if this topic has been covered. My 65 year old father and I want to go on an Elk hunt, but my Dad has had a shoulder replacement 2 years ago; let me also state that I believe his shoulder is well healed and strong. With that said...
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