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Buying a new hunting rifle in April, which caliber to go with?
Posted on 12/13/16 at 1:57 pm
Posted on 12/13/16 at 1:57 pm
The gun I want is the browning xbolt. I plan on putting a leopold vx3 on it. I love everything about browning and that's what I want.
What I can't decide is between these two calibers 30-06 or .308
This rifle will be used for deer only, so I'm not 100% sure which would be better. The longest shot on our lease is 125 yards.
What I can't decide is between these two calibers 30-06 or .308
This rifle will be used for deer only, so I'm not 100% sure which would be better. The longest shot on our lease is 125 yards.
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Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:00 pm to public_enemy
either would be fine, as would a 7-08
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:00 pm to public_enemy
30-06 has killed more living things than all other centerfire cartridges combined
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:04 pm to public_enemy
I have the X-bolt hunter in 30-06 with a Zeiss Conquest. Hasn't let me down yet. I just wish I had gone with a higher power scope than the 40.
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:10 pm to Thib-a-doe Tiger
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30-06 has killed more living things than all other centerfire cartridges combined
30-06
.308 is vulnerable to shortages if/when threat of gun control and people start trying to stockpile again
This post was edited on 12/13/16 at 2:11 pm
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:12 pm to HatefulTiger
How's the recoil on this rifle?
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:13 pm to Chad504boy
Thought long and hard about these. Just prefer the look of the browning
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:14 pm to HatefulTiger
Does it give you trouble at 125?
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:22 pm to public_enemy
Great choice in rifle... I have and use .30-06 & .308.... I tend to grab my .308 more, especially if I'm in a lock on or a climber b/c of the reduced recoil. I use 150 grain in both calibers.
My .308 is also more accurate from a steady benchrest. For me, I chose accuracy and reduced recoil over the extra "knock down " power (which is still close)...
My .308 is also more accurate from a steady benchrest. For me, I chose accuracy and reduced recoil over the extra "knock down " power (which is still close)...
This post was edited on 12/13/16 at 2:24 pm
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:34 pm to public_enemy
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30-06
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:42 pm to public_enemy
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How's the recoil on this rifle
Recoil will be negligible with both calibers in an Xbolt rifle. I sighted in an Xbolt hunter 30-06 this year for a buddy and loved it. I personally grab my .270WSM Xbolt medallion for deer hunting and it's also a sweet shooting rifle.
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:47 pm to HatefulTiger
I also have the Xbolt Hunter with a Zeiss Conquest but mine is in 308. I love everything about it. It's my favorite gun to hunt with.
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:50 pm to Chad504boy
Tikka T3 yes. 308 or 6.5 creedmoor?
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:56 pm to public_enemy
Either one is great. I prefer the .30-06 for better performance with heavy bullets.
Like someone else said, .308 is popular with the tactical nerds and is subject to panic buying while the .30-06 is mostly used strictly for hunting now
Like someone else said, .308 is popular with the tactical nerds and is subject to panic buying while the .30-06 is mostly used strictly for hunting now
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:57 pm to Tiger Prawn
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30-06
.308 is vulnerable to shortages if/when threat of gun control and people start trying to stockpile again
Yep, can find 06 (spit) damn near anywhere
Posted on 12/13/16 at 2:58 pm to mylsuhat
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mylsuhat
Off topic, but would you happen to drive a big white Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade? I was on my drive to work this morning and saw a personalized plate that made me think of your username.
Posted on 12/13/16 at 4:48 pm to TU Rob
I have the A bolt 7X08 in stainless + composite and love the low recoil and great performance. The wife and kids can handle it with ease if the need arises.
I have it topped with a swarovski scope with a ballistic turret for long range shots. The gun is very versatile.
I have been approached several times at the range wanting to know if I want to sell it. My gun loves this ammo. The holes are often touching.
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I have it topped with a swarovski scope with a ballistic turret for long range shots. The gun is very versatile.
I have been approached several times at the range wanting to know if I want to sell it. My gun loves this ammo. The holes are often touching.
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This post was edited on 12/13/16 at 4:49 pm
Posted on 12/13/16 at 5:07 pm to Thib-a-doe Tiger
quote:30-30 says hello
30-06 has killed more living things than all other centerfire cartridges combined
OP, get a 30-06
Posted on 12/13/16 at 5:11 pm to public_enemy
Hells Canyon xbolt in 26nosler or .308
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