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7mm Remington Magnum VS .308 for Long Range Hunting
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<blockquote data-quote="WildRose" data-source="post: 1196374" data-attributes="member: 30902"><p>I'd say you're thinking along smart lines here but at 7mm RM speeds I would want probably no slower than a 1:9 twist if you want to shoot the heavy for caliber bullets or if you have to shoot monometal non lead which is almost certainly where we'll all be for hunting and shooting on federal land sooner rather than later.</p><p></p><p>Up to the 180's you're probably going to be ok but I'd definitely look at the mfg's recommendations on twist rates for your bullet of choice before diving in.</p><p></p><p>I shoot two different sporter weight 300wm's and one 300Rum in Model 70 Stainless Classics and even pushing 180-210gr bullets they are completely tolerable with either a brake or suppressor.</p><p></p><p>From your picture it appears you are shooting suppressed so let me caution you to check with your suppressor maker and be sure it is rated for magnum cartriges before doing so.</p><p></p><p>As for optics you can save a whole lot of trouble going with something like the Lueopod VX6 4-24x52. Plenty of magnification, saving the need for carrying a spotter, reasonable weight and great glass.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="WildRose, post: 1196374, member: 30902"] I'd say you're thinking along smart lines here but at 7mm RM speeds I would want probably no slower than a 1:9 twist if you want to shoot the heavy for caliber bullets or if you have to shoot monometal non lead which is almost certainly where we'll all be for hunting and shooting on federal land sooner rather than later. Up to the 180's you're probably going to be ok but I'd definitely look at the mfg's recommendations on twist rates for your bullet of choice before diving in. I shoot two different sporter weight 300wm's and one 300Rum in Model 70 Stainless Classics and even pushing 180-210gr bullets they are completely tolerable with either a brake or suppressor. From your picture it appears you are shooting suppressed so let me caution you to check with your suppressor maker and be sure it is rated for magnum cartriges before doing so. As for optics you can save a whole lot of trouble going with something like the Lueopod VX6 4-24x52. Plenty of magnification, saving the need for carrying a spotter, reasonable weight and great glass. [/QUOTE]
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