Old 11-19-2009, 11:44 PM   #1
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t/C BARREL.300 or 338?

Ok I'm looking for a long range hunting round that is chambered in a t/c barrel. I'm thinking either a 300 win mag or a 338 federal. it will be used mainly on deer and hopefully on elk.I already have a 7mm rem mag, sholud i look for a new caliber or just get a better long range scope for what I have?
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Old 11-20-2009, 12:01 AM   #2
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7mm is nice but if you want a long range rifle go with a 338 win mag, the 338 federal does not have enough rear to push the 250 and 300 grain bullets.
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Old 11-20-2009, 12:32 AM   #3
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Stick with your 7 mag, your not gaining much in long rage performance with either,while I love my 300 I just couldn't justify buying one if I had a 7. Of course if your just looking for a new gun, who am I to rain on your parade.
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Old 11-20-2009, 05:08 PM   #4
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I will agree with 338RUM on the fact that the 338Federal round doesn't have enough for a long range cartridge. After all it's merely a .308 necked up to 338. If you are wanting longer range you're going to need a higher power scope regardless of which caliber bullet you will use. I don't know what you consider long range hunting so if you could be more specific it would help.
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Old 11-20-2009, 06:05 PM   #5
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For elk

(although it is not your choice at the moment) the .338 Winchester Magnum is a classic in the field and in the marketplace.
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Old 11-20-2009, 06:37 PM   #6
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.338 Win Mag would be my choice, but I am extremely biased.
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