Post by: Redstar on July 20, 2011, 01:31:08 PM
Cons
-Recoil – slightly more
-Ammo – more expensive, less selection than .30-06
-Rifle is heavier than my current rifle
-Will feel bad about accidentally dropping it in the dirt
-Blows my gun budget for the year
Pros
-Extends MPBR about 30 yards
-Box magazine (current rifle has a blind mag that I hate)
-Leupold optics
-I would have a backup rifle available at camp if one rifle fails.
-Rifle is very purdy
Post by: wastickslinger on July 20, 2011, 01:33:02 PM
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Post by: Bofire on July 20, 2011, 08:10:28 PM
Carl
Post by: carpsniperg2 on July 20, 2011, 08:12:50 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on July 20, 2011, 08:17:34 PM
Get it, I am of the opinion a person should own a rifle in every caliber from .22 to .50, at least thats how I justify each new rifle purchase and I am almost there
I don't understand this perspective. Albeit, it is shared amongst quite afew members here. Not sure why in the heck you'd want a .257 Robers to fill in the gap between your .243 and your .270... and a .300 Win Mag to fill in the gap between your .30-06 and your .338 Remington Mag. :dunno:
I mean, if its a great deal, I'd buy it, mainly with resale in mind later down the line. but it with limited finances I think its far better to upgrade your optics than to have 'a gun in every caliber.' To each his own. :twocents:
PS, and yes, I bought a little extra ammo today, just for long term storage 8)
Post by: hub on July 20, 2011, 08:28:09 PM
Post by: Armadillo on July 20, 2011, 08:34:51 PM
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on July 20, 2011, 08:42:50 PM
yeah that pretty much sums it up ...and the price of brass now makes me wish I WOULD OF BOUGHT ALOT MORE A FEW YEARS AGO ... :tup:Get it, I am of the opinion a person should own a rifle in every caliber from .22 to .50, at least thats how I justify each new rifle purchase and I am almost there
I don't understand this perspective. Albeit, it is shared amongst quite afew members here. Not sure why in the heck you'd want a .257 Robers to fill in the gap between your .243 and your .270... and a .300 Win Mag to fill in the gap between your .30-06 and your .338 Remington Mag. :dunno:
I mean, if its a great deal, I'd buy it, mainly with resale in mind later down the line. but it with limited finances I think its far better to upgrade your optics than to have 'a gun in every caliber.' To each his own. :twocents:
PS, and yes, I bought a little extra ammo today, just for long term storage 8)
Post by: Bean Counter on July 20, 2011, 10:46:14 PM
I dont really see the need to justify the expensive ammo, the weight, or recoil. I mean how many shots over 350 yards do you expect to make? If you practice with any gun it will be as deadly to whatever range you could ever acheive with the 7mm (in my opinion).. I think the magnum big boy toys are over rated
I hunted with 'that guy' once...
He owned a .30-06 just like me... and had a $100 scope on it. Didn't even own a pair of binoculars. "What's wrong with the glass on my gun?" :bash: :bdid:
THEN... instead of buying a pair of binos, or at least a name-brand scope..he goes out and buys a .300 Win Mag.... "for the extra reach." On it will go another one of those $100 scopes.
Opening morning, when we spotted some deer at 1,000+ yards (with my spotting scope...and that I ranged with my rangefinder 8) ) I was kind enough to let him have first crack at 'em. Using my handheld radios, I was able to call him in to about 100 yards before he had to make several off hand shots... with his .300 Winny... no dead deer...
We regroup, and I get my turn.. I make a shot from 323 yards with my -06... BOOM.. dead deer :IBCOOL:
Post by: PA BEN on July 21, 2011, 06:22:20 AM
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Post by: GoldTip on July 21, 2011, 06:43:39 AM
Post by: brokenvet on July 22, 2011, 06:59:37 AM
Most hunting in WA is short range shooting, 100 yards or less, on occasion over a hundred yards. I have no need for Magnum that may hurt my shoulders and my pocket. Yes it kicks like a mule and ammo is expensive.
Walter D.M. Bell shot and killed 1,011 Elephants with a 7X57 Mauser; its all about shot placement and good ammo.
Post by: Woodchuck on July 22, 2011, 07:13:55 AM
Post by: Armadillo on July 22, 2011, 07:26:37 AM
:yeah: perfect example..I dont really see the need to justify the expensive ammo, the weight, or recoil. I mean how many shots over 350 yards do you expect to make? If you practice with any gun it will be as deadly to whatever range you could ever acheive with the 7mm (in my opinion).. I think the magnum big boy toys are over rated
I hunted with 'that guy' once...
He owned a .30-06 just like me... and had a $100 scope on it. Didn't even own a pair of binoculars. "What's wrong with the glass on my gun?" :bash: :bdid:
THEN... instead of buying a pair of binos, or at least a name-brand scope..he goes out and buys a .300 Win Mag.... "for the extra reach." On it will go another one of those $100 scopes.
Opening morning, when we spotted some deer at 1,000+ yards (with my spotting scope...and that I ranged with my rangefinder 8) ) I was kind enough to let him have first crack at 'em. Using my handheld radios, I was able to call him in to about 100 yards before he had to make several off hand shots... with his .300 Winny... no dead deer...
We regroup, and I get my turn.. I make a shot from 323 yards with my -06... BOOM.. dead deer :IBCOOL:
Post by: Mike450r on July 22, 2011, 08:02:20 AM
If you can afford it, get it.
Sure a Camry or Accord will go fast enough to get you where you're going in plenty of time and cost less doing it but sometimes you might rather get there in a Camaro SS?
Post by: JColony on July 22, 2011, 08:02:27 AM
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Post by: Redstar on July 22, 2011, 11:09:27 AM
This keeps up I'll have to start looking for a new safe soon...
Post by: uncoolperson on July 22, 2011, 11:43:34 AM
if you don't like it when this fall rolls around, I know a certain starving student that has a birthday in october.
Post by: bobcat on July 22, 2011, 11:57:12 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on July 22, 2011, 12:00:15 PM
Well, in the end I couldn't resist the temptation... thanks for all the input.I have room in my safe, I would let you keep it there. ;)
This keeps up I'll have to start looking for a new safe soon...
Post by: Redstar on July 22, 2011, 12:06:29 PM
Well, in the end I couldn't resist the temptation... thanks for all the input.I have room in my safe, I would let you keep it there. ;)
This keeps up I'll have to start looking for a new safe soon...
Lol, thanks for the offer. Wouldn't want to make that ruger of yours jealous though, so guess ill make room in mine :IBCOOL:
Post by: Woodchuck on July 22, 2011, 12:12:17 PM
Ol Mag got a facelift over the summer, maybe they will have to have a pageant this fall to see who is purdier :chuckle:Well, in the end I couldn't resist the temptation... thanks for all the input.I have room in my safe, I would let you keep it there. ;)
This keeps up I'll have to start looking for a new safe soon...
Lol, thanks for the offer. Wouldn't want to make that ruger of yours jealous though, so guess ill make room in mine :IBCOOL:
Post by: Buckmark on July 22, 2011, 12:33:48 PM
Well, in the end I couldn't resist the temptation... thanks for all the input.So what is it? Yes 7mm mag but we need the centerfold stats...
This keeps up I'll have to start looking for a new safe soon...