Need an new Elk Gun!

[satchamo]

Did you miss the part where he said “elk”. Sorry not taking a 243 or 6mm creedmoor for an animal over 300 pounds….what kind of yardage we talking also?

You must be new here

 

[srr5008]

I'm a big fan of the Browning X-Bolts. I have a Speed LR in 7mm Mag. My 270 kicks harder than the Browning!

 

[Sled]

This is fun.

So what caliber would you guys get for a dedicated elk gun?

I'd suggest something larger than .177

 

[slm9s]

I'd suggest something larger than .177

Actually, .177 caliber rifles have very little recoil so they're easier to shoot well and you'll practice more! Should be good for elk!

 

[StupidLightweight]

Actually, .177 caliber rifles have very little recoil so they're easier to shoot well and you'll practice more! Should be good for elk!

You may be onto something with this, but .177 cal is the airgun pellet size. Centerfire bullets are .172.

 

[Sled]

Actually, .177 caliber rifles have very little recoil so they're easier to shoot well and you'll practice more! Should be good for elk!

Yes, but illegal in most states. I thought you said dedicated caliber for elk. My preference is .264 or .277

Edit,

Oh you're not Farva. You just replied for him.
-Come in unit 91

 

[slm9s]

You may be onto something with this, but .177 cal is the airgun pellet size. Centerfire bullets are .172.

Who said anything about centerfire? Those pointy pellets leave yuge wound channels.

 

[Trumpkin The Dwarf]

Good lord... I read 6 pages of this to make sure I'm not overreacting to one bad apple... When someone says they don't want a surpressor, that doesn't make them arrogant or rude. I've killed deer and elk out to 500 yards with a 90 year old 30-06 with a 3x9 Burris and no surpressor. It isn't magic ffs. Trigger control is a mental skill first and foremost. Yes a surpressor makes it easier. So does taking the ShotIQ course. Different choices for different people.

Just answer the man's question or leave him alone!

OP, I've always thought I'd like to try a 280AI when my rifle wears out. YMMV.