600 Yards Max for Whitetail: 7mm STW vs 6.5 Creedmoor

[VLD Pilot]

why? Is this another "Leupold's don't track" response. I've not had any problems with my several VX series scopes.

You will have a top notch scope. BTW, that 308 will get the job done also.

 

[VLD Pilot]

I'm getting the VX6HD tomorrow and will have mounted it on my FS Sendero ready for the range Saturday. The 7mm STW shoots little groups at 100 once its dialed in.

There's your answer. Shoot the rifle that makes the smallest group. Good luck.

 

[VLD Pilot]

I apologize folks if I didn't make clear that I also on the same property have box blinds where I can shoot 600-700 yards.

The beauty of a wide range magnification scope is, at 3 power, it's perfect for close woods hunting while at the higher end, it's great when ranges stretch beyond 600 yards.

 

[mmgravy]

I have all the 6,5s 6.5 X 284 WIN 6.5 X 55 SWEDE and 6.5 Creedmore. I also have the 7mm STW and I find myself grabbing the STW most times going out the door. Shooting the 140 Swift A Frame it is a deadly machine, I have the Leupold Vx6 on it.

Amen!! I have had the same 6.5's plus the 6.5-06 and do the same thing.....