This system is the worst. Every hear I have to consider if I want to hunt whitetails in SE Kansas with my dad or mule deer in the western part of the state with my brother. I know it’s a “first world” problem, but I shouldn’t have to choose!
I like the side flush cups for rifles that I have quick adjust slings on. I can tighten the sling down and it’s snug on the side while shooting instead of under the forearm or dangling loose.
I’m in a similar position. I have a rem700 action I’d like to turn into a coyote rig. Leaning towards 22-250. Seems to be decent ammo selection. I’d love a .204 for here in Missouri but I hunt KS as well and can get some long shot opportunities.
That depends on the shooters mindset I guess. I know there was some “managed recoil” loads available in .270 (federal I think?). If the new shooter is a young shooter that might grow into the recoil a bit that might be a good option for getting a heavier hitting caliber for them to grow into...
Love my .270! Had it since I was 15. Recoil is a little stout for a small framed person if your firing strings of shots on the range, but if the adrenaline is pumping with a deer in the scope it won’t be noticed. My dad has killed tons of deer with his .243 but when he started hunting Kansas and...