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<blockquote data-quote="treillw" data-source="post: 1125781" data-attributes="member: 92442"><p>Now I guess we can delve into the caliber discussion, since I'm pretty set on the rifle. I'm sure there are 100's of other threads about this topic - if you know of any, please send them my way (I will do a search in a bit). </p><p> </p><p>I was thinking of going with a .300 win mag, but also considering a .300 RUM, as well as a 7mm rem mag. My main concerns are being able to shoot it accurately due to the recoil and that the bullet has enough energy to take down an elk at long range. What's the best way to do a recoil comparison, assuming that I can't find somebody with a similar gun? My gun will have a muzzle brake. What range would these calibers be effective to, assuming that I work to develop the skill to accurately get them to the target? </p><p> </p><p>I also want something that isn't going to burn the barrel up too quick, although I don't really see myself putting 1000's of rounds through the gun each year. </p><p> </p><p>I will reload, but probably don't want a cartridge that's too exotic. </p><p> </p><p>Thanks! You guys have been a great help and I really appreciate you taking the time to help a beginner out!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="treillw, post: 1125781, member: 92442"] Now I guess we can delve into the caliber discussion, since I'm pretty set on the rifle. I'm sure there are 100's of other threads about this topic - if you know of any, please send them my way (I will do a search in a bit). I was thinking of going with a .300 win mag, but also considering a .300 RUM, as well as a 7mm rem mag. My main concerns are being able to shoot it accurately due to the recoil and that the bullet has enough energy to take down an elk at long range. What's the best way to do a recoil comparison, assuming that I can't find somebody with a similar gun? My gun will have a muzzle brake. What range would these calibers be effective to, assuming that I work to develop the skill to accurately get them to the target? I also want something that isn't going to burn the barrel up too quick, although I don't really see myself putting 1000's of rounds through the gun each year. I will reload, but probably don't want a cartridge that's too exotic. Thanks! You guys have been a great help and I really appreciate you taking the time to help a beginner out! [/QUOTE]
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