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Do larger calibers really compensate for bad shots?
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<blockquote data-quote="Peregrine82" data-source="post: 1706869" data-attributes="member: 82440"><p>Shot placement rules the day. For elk, I prefer a big .30 or a .338 caliber bullet just because the construction of those bullets plus the weight of the projectile give me more insurance if I have to break through a shoulder. As far as taking game, I believe I owe the animal enough respect to take the time to place my shot true. If I am uncomfortable with the shot or the conditions such as high winds which may have me guessing, I will pass on the shot. I will say this in some respects. I have shot a cow elk with a .257 Weatherby up to .338 Magnums. Sometimes the ultra-high velocity of those smaller calibers with a bullet that expands rapidly will destroy a lot of meat if that is a concern at all. With high-velocity cartridges, I opt for a monolithic or bonded type bullet that will penetrate well and destroy less meat.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Peregrine82, post: 1706869, member: 82440"] Shot placement rules the day. For elk, I prefer a big .30 or a .338 caliber bullet just because the construction of those bullets plus the weight of the projectile give me more insurance if I have to break through a shoulder. As far as taking game, I believe I owe the animal enough respect to take the time to place my shot true. If I am uncomfortable with the shot or the conditions such as high winds which may have me guessing, I will pass on the shot. I will say this in some respects. I have shot a cow elk with a .257 Weatherby up to .338 Magnums. Sometimes the ultra-high velocity of those smaller calibers with a bullet that expands rapidly will destroy a lot of meat if that is a concern at all. With high-velocity cartridges, I opt for a monolithic or bonded type bullet that will penetrate well and destroy less meat. [/QUOTE]
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