I shot a nice Bull at a good distance with my 7PRC PH2 this year. Its an absolute hammer for elk and extends the hunting ranges past the 6.5 PRC. I hunt with a can and recoil is not an issue. The new PH3 is definitely an upgrade (I have the hit pro M3 and a PH3 NRL in 6 CM. They are the best bag for the buck in my opinion.