25WSM
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I think factory 6.5 Creed is loaded slower than 260. It definitely has a Ballistic and Energy advantage to the 6. Although like has been said the 6 will take most big game with the proper bullet.
Shep
Shep
... The 6.5 Creed actually has more ammo options on the shelf at Cabelas than any other round and it's not close.
If you are wanting to buy ammo at the local Wal-Mart then the 243 is going to be your 6mm optionOnly if you live within driving distance of Cabela's.
My rural Walmart doesn't carry any of the options talked about except a stock 243Win.
6mm gt is where im goingMy 243 Winchester is long gone. I want another 6mm mid-range variant mainly for hunting and pest elimination. I'm thinking about a 6XC but, I'm uncommitted at this time.
I do not want a true wildcat or barrel burner. I'm not a fan of Short Magnums or 'boutique' cartridges from manufacturers (i.e. Ruger, Nosler, etc.). I don't expect to see velocities with heavier options above 3,000FPS in a 24"~26" barrel. Something that won't excessively heat or otherwise lead to short barrel life (throat erosion / cracking) is important to me. I prefer to stick with something with factory brass if not factory loaded ammunition. I can reload so, something with limited support like a 6x47L is a possibility.
For hunting options, deer mainly but, I intend to take a Pronghorn and possibly a Mountain Goat so, I need something with "legs". Pest elimination is mainly Coyotes and 'feral' domestic dogs but, I do see feral hogs occasionally. Reasonable recoil (i.e. not excessive) with weight on the lighter side (6#~7# no scope) is important as my dominant shoulder has had surgery already and is a bit 'soft'. So with a bit more oomph than a 243 Winchester but, not a barrel burner without excessive recoil, what would you recommend? 6XC, 6 Creedmoor, 6x47L, 6mm Remington or, ...?
TIA,
Sid
If you are wanting to buy ammo at the local Wal-Mart then the 243 is going to be your 6mm option
6mm gt is where im going
The 6 / 284 is a great gun I have two I is a 10 twist the other is 8. The 8 loves the 105 partions , very good 400 / 500 yard load.My 243 Winchester is long gone. I want another 6mm mid-range variant mainly for hunting and pest elimination. I'm thinking about a 6XC but, I'm uncommitted at this time.
I do not want a true wildcat or barrel burner. I'm not a fan of Short Magnums or 'boutique' cartridges from manufacturers (i.e. Ruger, Nosler, etc.). I don't expect to see velocities with heavier options above 3,000FPS in a 24"~26" barrel. Something that won't excessively heat or otherwise lead to short barrel life (throat erosion / cracking) is important to me. I prefer to stick with something with factory brass if not factory loaded ammunition. I can reload so, something with limited support like a 6x47L is a possibility.
For hunting options, deer mainly but, I intend to take a Pronghorn and possibly a Mountain Goat so, I need something with "legs". Pest elimination is mainly Coyotes and 'feral' domestic dogs but, I do see feral hogs occasionally. Reasonable recoil (i.e. not excessive) with weight on the lighter side (6#~7# no scope) is important as my dominant shoulder has had surgery already and is a bit 'soft'. So with a bit more oomph than a 243 Winchester but, not a barrel burner without excessive recoil, what would you recommend? 6XC, 6 Creedmoor, 6x47L, 6mm Remington or, ...?
TIA,
Sid
A guy close to my sister is selling a 257 Weatherby Vanguard. It has the 26" barrel and is threaded but doesn't come with a muzzle break.
Another guy in my general area (not really local but not far off either) has a 257 Rigby Kimber Hunter for about $250 more (from initial asking prices with no bargaining). Neither has has a scope or any ammo of significance.
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