Woodleighs make decent bullet, but look at Northfork, Barnes, Swift as I think all three of these are stronger. The are some other newer bullets out there, but those three are good, I know. Even a Nosler Partition does a good job. I've killed many grizzly, moose, elk with a 6.5-06, using 120 J-36 (Lost River Ballistics - No longer made now), 130 Barnes TSX and 140 Swift A-Frames. Most hunters use too much gun and too big of a scope for most situations. Smaller is sometimes better as accuracy and confidence are more important than being scared of the weapon. A 308 will kill everything that walks in N. America as long as one isn't trying to shoot moose at 1200 yards....(this is not recommended with any caliber). A 300 RUM is a great round, for the right hunter as long as the rifle is not too light. I am not muzzle brake fan as the damage it does to the shooters ears is higher and the damage it does to a guide or hunting buddies ears is even worse. My advice to hunters is if they want an ultra light firearm, do shoot an Ultra Mag. In a 9-10 lb rifle, a 300 RUM is manageable, but in a 6-7 lb gun, it is almost impossible without a muzzle brake and I don't like muzzle brakes for hunting. They are great for target shooting and when one takes the time to put in ear protection when hunting (like how often does this really happen?). If you won't be using a 300 RUM For AK, a 338 is a good rifle but more than most hunters need. A 300 Win or WSM will work too. A 325 WSM with 200 Barnes TSX has manageable recoil and packs enough punch for most anything. I use a 375 for guiding bears, but it is not an ideal long range round. I worry more about the guy behind the gun, than what caliber the person is shooting. Trigger time, a proper fit and confidence in your weapon is crucial. Spend the extra money and buy at least one Custom rifle at some point. Don't shoot a rifle that you are worried about scoping you or detaching your retina with massive recoil.
