- Location
- Eastern Edge of the Foothills
I own a x-bolt in 7mm WSM. It would be so similar to an x-bolt in 270 wsm that they're practically the same thing. I don't think it kicks very hard, but it is noticeably more than my .280 in a Remington Mtn rifle. The kick on both of those is WAAYY less than on my husqvarna lightweight in 30-06. The husky has a plastic buttstock, and the recoil is quite sharp. Leaves a bruise after a box of ammo. If I were shooting all day I'd by far rather shoot my x-bolt than my husky.
My recommendation, though, is that if this is your first big game rifle, then you should stick to the standard cartridges. The x-bolt is a fabulous gun, and is good to learn on. Mine is capable of excellent accuracy. If you have it in a .270 you'll practice more [because of less expensive ammo, and gentle recoil] and you'll become an amazing shot.
But, to each his own. Just be safe!
My recommendation, though, is that if this is your first big game rifle, then you should stick to the standard cartridges. The x-bolt is a fabulous gun, and is good to learn on. Mine is capable of excellent accuracy. If you have it in a .270 you'll practice more [because of less expensive ammo, and gentle recoil] and you'll become an amazing shot.
But, to each his own. Just be safe!
