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I don't see how loading for just 2 calibers is a hassle but to each his own.
IMO he places too much emphasis on caliber and not enough on bullet selection, which is why he’s recommending a 6.5 CM as the deer (and smaller) cartridge. Plenty people kill elk and moose with various 6.5s, and ditto for 300 WM on whitetail, to say there’s a significant overlap in capabilities. At that rate, I’d just go with a single 6.5-7mm cartridge and call it a day.Joseph Von Benedict just had a podcast on this. Best ones he recommended were 6.5 creedmoor and 300 WM, covers every spectrum and ammo is more reasonably priced and available if you ain’t a reloader.
If you want a little more power he said 6.5 PRC and 300 PRC.
Single gun 7mm rem mag.
IMO he places too much emphasis on caliber and not enough on bullet selection, which is why he’s recommending a 6.5 CM as the deer (and smaller) cartridge. Plenty people kill elk and moose with various 6.5s, and ditto for 300 WM on whitetail, to say there’s a significant overlap in capabilities. At that rate, I’d just go with a single 6.5-7mm cartridge and call it a day.
OP, if you really want something to pair with a big 30, it might as well be a quarter-bore or smaller. I’d be looking at a 6 creed instead of 7mm-08. With the right bullet it will do everything you’re asking on big game, and it’s better suited to smaller game/varmints/volume shooting.
I love Hornady… I have no intention of ever shooting the GMX. Copper mono are poor choices generally, and I’ve not seen any indication that the GMX is particularly good as a mono other than featuring a relatively higher claimed BC.He really promotes the hornady gmx as well which dosent seem to get great reviews.
I don't think that is quite correct...I listen to his podcast and he frequently talks about selecting the "right" bullet, in the right caliber at the right ranges. He acknowledges the 6.5CM is an elk killer within limits.IMO he places too much emphasis on caliber and not enough on bullet selection, which is why he’s recommending a 6.5 CM as the deer (and smaller) cartridge.
He does mention bullet selection frequently, but always seems to err on the side of larger caliber for more “wallup factor,” which I can only assume means energy. If it’s hydrostatic shock he’s after, the bullets he seems to favor aren’t exactly helping. I’m far from an expert on these matters, but to me he just comes across as old school.I don't think that is quite correct...I listen to his podcast and he frequently talks about selecting the "right" bullet, in the right caliber at the right ranges. He acknowledges the 6.5CM is an elk killer within limits.
He appears to prefer a bonded or mono bullet versus the explosive type...
I hear ya, yeah I take his thoughts with a grain of salt he seems very old fashion but he’s conservative on his thoughts due to his large reach. Last fall we were out on a “family” hunting weekend, one guy had his moose tag but had only brought his girlfriends 6.5 creedmoor as wasn’t prime season yet. We were doing some grouse hunting with the kids and stumbled upon a good size bull moose at 250 yards. One 143 ELDX shot and it was down, but it was completely broadside so an ideal scenario.IMO he places too much emphasis on caliber and not enough on bullet selection, which is why he’s recommending a 6.5 CM as the deer (and smaller) cartridge. Plenty people kill elk and moose with various 6.5s, and ditto for 300 WM on whitetail, to say there’s a significant overlap in capabilities. At that rate, I’d just go with a single 6.5-7mm cartridge and call it a day.
OP, if you really want something to pair with a big 30, it might as well be a quarter-bore or smaller. I’d be looking at a 6 creed instead of 7mm-08. With the right bullet it will do everything you’re asking on big game, and it’s better suited to smaller game/varmints/volume shooting.
Been a great two gun combo for me.25-06 & some flavor of 300 mag.
Agree 100%I will vote for a pair of tikkas in 308/6.5 CM and 300 WM or WSM. Solid value. Easy to find factory ammo in calibers that will be around a long time. Spend the extra money on better glass and practice ammo.
I guess it’s not really a hassle. But it’s nice when you can find bullets and enter change them between rifles. A little cheaper maybe that way also.I don't see how loading for just 2 calibers is a hassle but to each his own.
6.5 Creedmoor (flame on guys)
300 Win Mag
Christensen Mesa
Kimber
Bergara
Tikka