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<blockquote data-quote="284ackley" data-source="post: 2581889" data-attributes="member: 120589"><p>I own both 300WSM and 270WSM. I have over 25 rifles, all in different calibers. My 270 WSM however is often my trusty "go to" setup, with a 130gr Barnes TSX. It flat drops deer DRT. Have also dropped 2Black Bear, one in his tracks, the other in 20 yds. In all cases the Barnes creates a massive dynamic wound channel, but minimal meat damage and exit no bigger than a quarter, usually a nickel or 0.50". I also love my 300WSM but it's just way overkill in So Carolina. It's more a dedicated Bear and Elk gun. You can buy outstanding Barnes factory ammo for either. You'll enjoy the 270 though more as just fun to shoot. With a Barnes 130gr bullet, recoil is nominal and zero need to shoot 140 or 150 unless it's an Elk hunt. Even then not mandatory. Another great caliber in that range and would be my 1st choice is a .280Ackley. Factory ammo now is as available as any other. The primary bullet is 140gr. In a 140 Barnes TTSX, it's equivalent to shooting a 160-175gr in another cup and core like Accubond or Swift Sciroccos. All 3 are Elk capable, but the 280ai and 270WSM are more directly in your wheelhouse. Also the 280ai has very low recoil with no need for a brake. Don't get side tracked with rebarrelling for super heavy bullets and ultra long range until you become at least an intermediate reloader. Good luck.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="284ackley, post: 2581889, member: 120589"] I own both 300WSM and 270WSM. I have over 25 rifles, all in different calibers. My 270 WSM however is often my trusty “go to” setup, with a 130gr Barnes TSX. It flat drops deer DRT. Have also dropped 2Black Bear, one in his tracks, the other in 20 yds. In all cases the Barnes creates a massive dynamic wound channel, but minimal meat damage and exit no bigger than a quarter, usually a nickel or 0.50”. I also love my 300WSM but it’s just way overkill in So Carolina. It’s more a dedicated Bear and Elk gun. You can buy outstanding Barnes factory ammo for either. You’ll enjoy the 270 though more as just fun to shoot. With a Barnes 130gr bullet, recoil is nominal and zero need to shoot 140 or 150 unless it’s an Elk hunt. Even then not mandatory. Another great caliber in that range and would be my 1st choice is a .280Ackley. Factory ammo now is as available as any other. The primary bullet is 140gr. In a 140 Barnes TTSX, it’s equivalent to shooting a 160-175gr in another cup and core like Accubond or Swift Sciroccos. All 3 are Elk capable, but the 280ai and 270WSM are more directly in your wheelhouse. Also the 280ai has very low recoil with no need for a brake. Don’t get side tracked with rebarrelling for super heavy bullets and ultra long range until you become at least an intermediate reloader. Good luck. [/QUOTE]
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