MJE2083
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7mm-08
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7mm-08 does look to be the most flexible all around cartridge. Unfortunately our Walmarts don't carry squat for lead free ammo. We can't buy ammo online anymore... My best best is sportsman's Warehouse about 30 minutes from me.7mm-08 will give you litle better future flexabilty in my opinion. With lead free you can always shot lighter bullets faster then if you ever try elk in a different state you can load up heavier lead bullets. Lots of great walmart ammo...
I was looking over this thread again, and actually, WH has a point. You seem to like fast/flat shooting, .270 will certainly do that. And since ammo availability is an issue and you don't handload, you're likely to find a lot more lead free options on the shelf in .270 than either of the others.270 Winchester.
Fast and flat is definitely what I prefer, lower recoil is a plus. 270 could be an option with lots of ammo options. I guess what I need to do is keep checking in with my local Sportsman's Warehouse and see what they keep in stock most. They seem to get wiped out quite a bit at our local store. Maybe the less popular calibers are less likely to be sold out. I have a hell of a time getting lead free .223 for my varmint rifle.I was looking over this thread again, and actually, WH has a point. You seem to like fast/flat shooting, .270 will certainly do that. And since ammo availability is an issue and you don't handload, you're likely to find a lot more lead free options on the shelf in .270 than either of the others.
Those of us that live in California cannot buy ammo on the net. We might be able to get a local shop to place a special order but the minimum order size have been high when I checked.Find what your rifle likes, then buy a bunch of it off the internet. I wouldn't let what's available locally determine what rifle/cartridge I bought.
We also cannot drive to another state and bring it home with us.
Those of us that live in California cannot buy ammo on the net. We might be able to get a local shop to place a special order but the minimum order size have been high when I checked.
We also cannot drive to another state and bring it home with us.
I plan to do both in the next few years! But for now I have to work with what I have available.Dang it, I forgot about that. Sounds like a great excuse to start reloading. Or for moving. Lol
I agree! I have a .270 (it’s a weatherby, but that doesn’t make that big of difference. .270 win is a proven cartridge) and I love it. I can shoot any animal in North America with it. I am also in California. If your rember the last ammo scare we had, .270 win was the only ammo I ever saw on the shelves for about 6 months.The 270 will do anything the other cartridges will do and often times, the ammo is easier to find & cheaper.
Not a bad rifle to have.
Now is a good time to look since I heard lots of people stocked up before the new law as of July 1. I'll see what they have the most of between 7/08 and 270. I'd definitely like to get into reloading in the future. I'm about 45min south of Fresno.I agree! I have a .270 (it’s a weatherby, but that doesn’t make that big of difference. .270 win is a proven cartridge) and I love it. I can shoot any animal in North America with it. I am also in California. If your rember the last ammo scare we had, .270 win was the only ammo I ever saw on the shelves for about 6 months.
Also, if you have an FFL-03 and a COE you can buy ammo online in California and have it mailed to your doorstep. I know. I have one and do it frequently. I also handload, and if you live close to me I would be willing to help you out with getting started or even using my equipment as I show you how it’s done.
I am in Arroyo Grande (near Pismo Beach). When you are ready to start reloading and have questions feel free to ask. I have been loading for 25 years. Don’t know it all by any means, but I can help you safely get started.Now is a good time to look since I heard lots of people stocked up before the new law as of July 1. I'll see what they have the most of between 7/08 and 270. I'd definitely like to get into reloading in the future. I'm about 45min south of Fresno.
I appreciate it!I am in Arroyo Grande (near Pismo Beach). When you are ready to start reloading and have questions feel free to ask. I have been loading for 25 years. Don’t know it all by any means, but I can help you safely get started.
Agreed. Heard lot's of good things about the 130's in copper. Only a pinch more recoil than a 7mm08 and the popularity can't be beat.270 Winchester.