Flintlock
Well-Known Member
I have been shooting the .280 for many years. Early on I shot Partitions and now I use Accubonds, both of them were 140grn. I have taken Elk, Whitetail, Antelope and pigs with it out 405 yards and wouldn't be hesitant to use it farther if needed. My first one was an old Remington 7 Express (280 with a fancy name) and then I got an Encore rifle barrel made in medium taper, Stainless 24" and use a Burris 4x12 Ballistic Plex.
Can't go wrong with the standard 280 unless you just want something different.
I tried the .280 AI in an Encore barrel but just didn't feel it got me any better groups or energy so I sold it.
Good luck and its not about needing another caliber, it's what you want and go for it.
Mike
Can't go wrong with the standard 280 unless you just want something different.
I tried the .280 AI in an Encore barrel but just didn't feel it got me any better groups or energy so I sold it.
Good luck and its not about needing another caliber, it's what you want and go for it.
Mike