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7mm rm or 300wm for close range
I'll echo that both work "perfectly" well, it's all in the bullet construction. I'll also echo that, if you are like me, neither are "perfect" considering a bunch of superfluous factors to justify buying TWO new rifles! One for long range, one for medium range, one for close range...- Buckyranger42
- Post #13
- Forum: Firearms
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Elk gun for wife
Browning Medallion, X-Bolt or A-Bolt, are solid choices, especially if that's what she wants. Weatherby was ingenious to introduce the Camilla, a hunting rifle "designed by women, for women". They have both Vanguard and Mark V models. No standard 30-06 nor 7mm Rem Mag options, but they do...- Buckyranger42
- Post #14
- Forum: Elk
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Scope Recommendations for .325 WSM
2-10 for under 400 yds, or 4-16 for a bit more reach if you aren't hunting timber. Vortex Viper or Vortex Razor HD LH depending on budget and reticle preference. Get quality scope rings. On our last hunting trip to MT my hunting buddy used my back up rifle because his scope rings on his 325...- Buckyranger42
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- Forum: Optics
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German Shorthair Pointer input
We have a Springer but looking to get a GSP for the next puppy dawg. My perception is they are about the same size, demeanor, etc, only the GSP keeps short hair. Any input on Springers vs GSPs?- Buckyranger42
- Post #26
- Forum: Feathers and Wings
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.22LR bolt-action
I think CZ will be your best value for a high quality bolt action .22, but Anschutz would be my go-to if money was no object. Regarding CZs, I’m not directly aware of the model details but it’s my understanding they switched their safety direction. Apparently it used to be a Rem M700 style but...- Buckyranger42
- Post #14
- Forum: Firearms
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Why all the 6.5 CM hate?
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- Post #340
- Forum: Firearms
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Why all the 6.5 CM hate?
I don’t get it. Are you saying if a horse is shot with a 6.5 CM it’s most effective to use a bat to finish it off? Wouldn’t many 6.5 CM users try to resuscitate the horse? 😁- Buckyranger42
- Post #335
- Forum: Firearms
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Why all the 6.5 CM hate?
Thank you for resurrecting this thread. It is THE reason I joined this forum. I‘m fascinated why any hunter would choose the 6.5 CM, yet I’m trying not to hold a bias against it. I just want to learn why. Why? WHY?! A great bench cartridge, no doubt. Works well in a 20-22 in barrel in a...- Buckyranger42
- Post #331
- Forum: Firearms
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Late Rifle Scope Recommendation
Congrats on the tag! For best overall value of quality and features I always recommend Vortex Viper HS (or HS LR if you dial) 2.5-10 (great overall and plenty of magnification for 400+) or 4-16 for a bit more reach, but from my experience more magnification can be a detriment, even hunting open...- Buckyranger42
- Post #4
- Forum: Optics
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Sons First Elk Rifle - Poll
Shhhh... When my wife asks me "Why do you need all those rifles, you can only shoot one at a time?!" I reply "One of the rifles is yours [predictably, I receive an eye roll in response], and our boys will all need a rifle someday." I don't mention it may not be one of MY rifles they get :)- Buckyranger42
- Post #49
- Forum: Firearms
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Sons First Elk Rifle - Poll
We can thank the likes of Jack O'Connor and Hornady for driving us to these fun discussions!- Buckyranger42
- Post #48
- Forum: Firearms
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Sons First Elk Rifle - Poll
Can you believe there used to be a day when a 12 year old kid was given a 9lb wood stocked/blued barrel rifle chambered in 30-06 (because that's what dad used in the war) with a 4X on top, the kid used that one rifle their entire life for everything and handed it down to the grand kids?- Buckyranger42
- Post #32
- Forum: Firearms
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Sons First Elk Rifle - Poll
Congrats to you and your son! I bet that will be an awesome experience for both of you. My oldest turns 13 in a few weeks. He’s been using a .243 compact rifle for deer but we also had the convo of moving to a more versatile deer/elk/moose cartridge. He selected the 30-06 when he grows into...- Buckyranger42
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- Forum: Firearms
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Ordering my 338 Win mag, barrel Length
Any update? I'm curious as I don't yet own a 338 WM (I'm a 30-06 and 7mm Rem Mag guy) but this cartridge passes my "cartridge confidence test" for that next step up. 338 WM or 375 Ruger...- Buckyranger42
- Post #22
- Forum: Firearms
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Which Scope for New Rifle
I've upgraded from Vortex Crossfires, Diamondbacks and Vipers to Vortex Razor HD LH scopes on my rifles, 1.5-8 for WI whitetail woods, 2-10 for all around and 3-15 for open country. It's a second focal plane scope so to use the hold-over marks of the BDC reticle you need to have it dialed all...- Buckyranger42
- Post #29
- Forum: Optics
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Good Hunting Rifle for 15 Year Old Boy (Elk, Deer, Bear)
Sounds like you're set on your caliber and the .308 is a solid choice based on your game and max range. That boils down to your comfort and confidence - takes significant skill to ethically shoot at an animal from 500 yards out, but with practice practice practice you can dial it in. Regarding...- Buckyranger42
- Post #22
- Forum: Firearms
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Which Scope for New Rifle
My go-to for what you are looking for in the reticle, capped turret and magnification is a Vortex Viper HS 4-16 (X44 or X50 objective lens).- Buckyranger42
- Post #10
- Forum: Optics
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Vortex Diamondback vs. Crossfire
I have several Vortex optics including rifle scopes, a spotting scope, binocs and a rangefinder. I prefer Crossfires over Diamondbacks, even though Diamondbacks are a higher grade glass than Crossfires. My one Diamondback scope lives on a .22LR after starting out on a 30-06. My Diamondback...- Buckyranger42
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- Forum: Optics
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6.5 Creemoor 120 Hornady GMX load on Elk?
Folks will tell you a .243 with 100 grain bullets will work with proper shot placement. So, maybe it'll force a better shot and be MORE effective than another option for you. I'm one to make sure my set up and technique allow me to maintain sight picture for follow up shots if needed - shoot...- Buckyranger42
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- Forum: Firearms
