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HRM Johnny
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One of the experienced guys on here who has helped me is "memtb" he has a quote from Bob Hagel. It basically says: you should not use a rifle that will kill an animal when everything goes right; you should use one that will do the job when everything goes wrong. So, after reading that numerous times, I bought a used copy of The Game Rifle by Bob Hagel. BTW, I love used book stores, and used books. I can't remember what I payed, but I just saw three copies of it on abebooks.com for less than $4.00. What a bargain.
While a 7mm rem mag is certainly capable of taking elk sized game, ... it might not be the ideal caliber-as you alluded to. I will let other more experienced, and more knowledgeable members of this forum advise you on what might be a good choice for your purposes.
-Johnny
p.s. I have been a member for less than a year. I've learned a lot. I'm sure you will too.
While a 7mm rem mag is certainly capable of taking elk sized game, ... it might not be the ideal caliber-as you alluded to. I will let other more experienced, and more knowledgeable members of this forum advise you on what might be a good choice for your purposes.
-Johnny
p.s. I have been a member for less than a year. I've learned a lot. I'm sure you will too.
Welcome from Albuquerque,NM
Charles Keethler
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Welcome I also am new as a member, as I have same rifle as you X-Bolt 7mm Hells Canyon, have not decided what round as of yet.
JP1200
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Its a great rifle but was a bit finnicky during load workup. I am handloading, and this Berger load has shot several .5 moa groups at 485 yards which is the furthest point at my range.
Welcome from NE Alabama.
I applaud your self restraint! If you have access to some distance to practice that is the best way to gain confidence, skill and ability.
I applaud your self restraint! If you have access to some distance to practice that is the best way to gain confidence, skill and ability.
Welcome aboard, from N Texas.
Ranger1994
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Welcome to the forum from Eastern North Carolina. Good ethics and attitude will go a long way here. Congrats on a good harvest. There are a bunch of very knowledgeable people on here that are more than willing to help and share. I've learned a lot from these folks.
greetings from north texas glad to have you on board
memtb
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Sorry I took so long to welcome you to the forum......Welcome to the Forum! 
I hope you find it as enjoyable as the majority of us do! memtb
I hope you find it as enjoyable as the majority of us do! memtbLiberator
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Welcome ! From Eastern Washington !
mdmiller
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Welcome from Illinois!
