Between the 7-08 and the BAR .300, I would choose the one you shoot more precisely from field positions, like over a pack, or sitting.
Take both out, and 2 3-shot groups standing, 2 groups kneeling, and 2 groups prone, with each rifle.
Whichever you perform best with, roll with it.
I have a T3 300WM and while it is true, that the magazine limits a few projectiles from being utilized in an optimal fashion, like loading Berger 215VLDs long, I think the magazine "limitations" get really blown out of proportion. I am currently using a 165 grain Sierra, and it performs rather...
Crappy picture of this elk and the rifle but at a shade past 400, it did its job.
This angle makes this cow look gangly.
She was a healthy girl. And heavy.
They seem to get heavier every year.
I have a T3 .300 WM
Great rifles.
Mine wears a Sako Hunter pattern Mcmillan, and a fixed 10X SWFA MIL/MIL.
It shoots pretty good with 165 grain Sierra HPBT GKs. Normally I would not bother with that projectile in a .300, due to its poor BC, but it has proven to do well out to the mid...