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Which PRC for my lightweight mountain rifle
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<blockquote data-quote="P7M13" data-source="post: 1903235" data-attributes="member: 94154"><p>Ah, the caliber debate. zzzzz.</p><p>I say 6.5 PRC. I shoot something of similar ballistics and it's a joy without a brake. I also shoot a bigger 7mm brother based on the 375 Ruger case (parent of the RCM) and it's recoil without a brake is like a 7 Mag, which is not bad recoil at all.</p><p>If you pause at the thought of a 300 Winmag, don't bother with the 300 PRC.</p><p>Hunters who've been at it for decades are some of the best teachers if you're patient enough to listen and watch. Of the dozen or so I've spent time with, the majority were 270 and 30-06 shooters. One was a 300 RUM, one a 6.5x284. Every one, to the man, said shot placement was everything.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Muzzle brakes are obnoxious at the range, and insane without hearing protection in the field. Yes, my ELR rifles have brakes. However, I'm hunting to get meat *and* enjoy God's creation, so I'm usually without hearing protection. </p><p>What was their barrel made of, aluminum? I shoot a 7 LRM through a McGowen barrel. I'm 400 rounds into it and expect another thousand. After cleaning, I cannot see any wear.</p><p>Excellent point. The point to a mountain rifle is balance and accuracy in a light package. If you're going to be stalking in the mountains, you *will* feel every pound after half a day. Also, in brushy, rugged terrain, longer barrels and front heavy rifles are a PITA, IMO.</p><p>Spend a day carrying a forward heavy rifle, then a well balanced rifle. You'll never go back.</p><p></p><p>Either package you've selected is sexy. After receiving the rifle, practice, practice, practice.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="P7M13, post: 1903235, member: 94154"] Ah, the caliber debate. zzzzz. I say 6.5 PRC. I shoot something of similar ballistics and it's a joy without a brake. I also shoot a bigger 7mm brother based on the 375 Ruger case (parent of the RCM) and it's recoil without a brake is like a 7 Mag, which is not bad recoil at all. If you pause at the thought of a 300 Winmag, don't bother with the 300 PRC. Hunters who've been at it for decades are some of the best teachers if you're patient enough to listen and watch. Of the dozen or so I've spent time with, the majority were 270 and 30-06 shooters. One was a 300 RUM, one a 6.5x284. Every one, to the man, said shot placement was everything. Muzzle brakes are obnoxious at the range, and insane without hearing protection in the field. Yes, my ELR rifles have brakes. However, I'm hunting to get meat *and* enjoy God's creation, so I'm usually without hearing protection. What was their barrel made of, aluminum? I shoot a 7 LRM through a McGowen barrel. I'm 400 rounds into it and expect another thousand. After cleaning, I cannot see any wear. Excellent point. The point to a mountain rifle is balance and accuracy in a light package. If you're going to be stalking in the mountains, you *will* feel every pound after half a day. Also, in brushy, rugged terrain, longer barrels and front heavy rifles are a PITA, IMO. Spend a day carrying a forward heavy rifle, then a well balanced rifle. You'll never go back. Either package you've selected is sexy. After receiving the rifle, practice, practice, practice. [/QUOTE]
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