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nathangdad · 01-19-2008, 09:54 PM

Of the two I would go with the .223 as it is well established in the marketplace and will last on and on. The .204 is a good cartridge but is relatively new to the marketplace. The history of firearms is paved with good cartridges that just did not make it or did not last in the marketplace after a strong appearance. I'm not saying the .204 will fail but I am saying a risk factor does exist with any newer offering.

Also, it is not on your list but I would advise looking into the .243 for what you want to hunt and up to deer sized game. It is established, has top level accuracy, and does not punish the shooter with recoil and muzzle blast plus a large number of rifle offerings are out there from various top level manufacturers.

Good shooting and hunting !!!

01-19-2008, 09:54 PM	#7
nathangdad Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,861	Personal opinion Of the two I would go with the .223 as it is well established in the marketplace and will last on and on. The .204 is a good cartridge but is relatively new to the marketplace. The history of firearms is paved with good cartridges that just did not make it or did not last in the marketplace after a strong appearance. I'm not saying the .204 will fail but I am saying a risk factor does exist with any newer offering. Also, it is not on your list but I would advise looking into the .243 for what you want to hunt and up to deer sized game. It is established, has top level accuracy, and does not punish the shooter with recoil and muzzle blast plus a large number of rifle offerings are out there from various top level manufacturers. Good shooting and hunting !!!