Hunting Washington Forum
Big Game Hunting => Elk Hunting => Topic started by: PBR on October 24, 2013, 07:03:00 PM
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Im headed to Cle Elum area to Elk hunt for the first time. Im not too familiar with the area but really want to take my Marlin 45-70. I hand loaded some 350gn stompers that are good for 1875fps. What I dont know is what is the average shot distance, should I just stick with the 06 for this year?
Thanks guys
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I would stick with the 06. That's what i hunt with for deer and elk and never fails. 45-70 is overkill and more than likely you wont shoot that round as well when you have a split second shot, which you will more than likely. My hunting partner has 45-70 and all he has gotten so far is "scoped" while shooting at a cow LOL. Good thing was you could tell it was him shooting by the sound (CANON) :)
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Depends on what you practice at. I hunt with a 300 mag and a 45-70. I practice with the 45-70 out to 300yds. I load a 350gr going about 1900fps for the 45-70, seems to work well. I do jump between guns all season depending on weather and area I plan to hunt that day. There is open areas and timber to hunt up there. Bring both, the 06 is a solid option also. Good luck.
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Use the 45/70! It ought to be good to at least 200 yards. Cool gun!
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45-70 overkill? And not a gun for split second shots? :dunno: Great hunting round and fun gun to hunt with...I say do it and have fun!
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Thanks for the replies fellas. Im gonna go with the 06 just because of the range. I dont know the area so hopefully next year I can take the big bore.
I too was confused about over kill and the quick shot... hell i can aquire a targer alot sooner with my lever than with the scope. So far as over kill... lol its pretty much perfect imo
