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<blockquote data-quote="hawk4974" data-source="post: 947904" data-attributes="member: 77330"><p>I fully agree with Boman when it comes to rifle weight! From the sound of it you probably won't be on horseback so you'll want something lightweight to remain mobile. I've owned heavy rifles and the last thing I ever wanted to do is lug that thing up and down the hills going after elk. </p><p> </p><p>So far as caliber it depends on if you'll be reloading or buying ammo over the counter. ANY Weatherby round will be $$$. The 300 WM, WSM, .338 WM, 7mm RM will be readily available at convenience stores in that area. Anything outsd ethe box will be tough over the counter but again, if you're reloading who cares. I own a 300 WSM and a .338 WM. The WSM with a Leupold VXIII 4.5-14 is just over 8lbs. and is fantastic for anything in CO. I've killed elk at 420 yards with a 180gr bullet with no problem. Be sure to get a neoprene sling because they help absorb the bounce when hiking!!</p><p> </p><p>Have a great move and let us know what you get!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hawk4974, post: 947904, member: 77330"] I fully agree with Boman when it comes to rifle weight! From the sound of it you probably won't be on horseback so you'll want something lightweight to remain mobile. I've owned heavy rifles and the last thing I ever wanted to do is lug that thing up and down the hills going after elk. So far as caliber it depends on if you'll be reloading or buying ammo over the counter. ANY Weatherby round will be $$$. The 300 WM, WSM, .338 WM, 7mm RM will be readily available at convenience stores in that area. Anything outsd ethe box will be tough over the counter but again, if you're reloading who cares. I own a 300 WSM and a .338 WM. The WSM with a Leupold VXIII 4.5-14 is just over 8lbs. and is fantastic for anything in CO. I've killed elk at 420 yards with a 180gr bullet with no problem. Be sure to get a neoprene sling because they help absorb the bounce when hiking!! Have a great move and let us know what you get! [/QUOTE]
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