243 vs 270 for hunting
- Thread starter Amelio
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With an investment in both a fine glass and range time - I assure you that you will be very impressed with the BAR .243's capabilities....and plenty of excellent ammo is readily available......however a Model 70 is also an excellent platform. Two completely different rifles obviously. Good choice either way.
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I've had my bar for 15 year it'll function in any weather on the planet reliably. Without ever misfiring. I've had it in my -20 snowstorms to huge downpours. It always works very well.
Key is cleaning it with proper oil. Don't over do it just a light wipe down. Once a year I take the fore stock off spray it down with a good cleaning lubricating combo. Let it sit for a few days wipe it again with a nice dry lint free rag.
I use ballistol or g 96. Hopes 9 is good enough for wipedown.
I've never had a problem with any semi
pete dobinson
CGN frequent flyer
- Location
- Courtenay BC.
Well it sounds like you really like the bar so knowing you got a 300 win mag the 243 is the right choice for you. Enjoy your new rifle.
I shot my moose with a 243 and it went about 3 steps. I was using a 87 gr bthp. I guess some of us can aim and pick their shots and some just never seen the need.
Apparently the booze flows freely at night...just saying...
But 243 on a Yukon moose.... I don’t know man, I’ve seen moose hit well with 270 and not showing any signs of being hit.... I even shot one with 180gr bullets out of my BAR 30-06 and all shots were well placed and I can tell you it took more than one shot!! Moose up here are tough!
sharp shooter
CGN frequent flyer
- Location
- Essex county (Ontario)
The 243 BAR is awesome. I have one. Its more accurate than most of my friends bolt guns.
Just another option, worth what you paid for it. I have 2 rifles in 243. These are my main coyote guns. They are not what I use for deer. The 270 is superior for big game. It has more energy. The 270 works great on coyotes but can be hard on fur. My view is get a 270 till you can afford to get a second gun for coyotes.
One should not underestimate the effectiveness of a 6mm bullet placed in the right spot on a game animal.
While I will not say it is an ideal moose choice, I have shot 3 of the big cervids with the 6mm Remington,
and the 100 Partition. None went 20 yards, longest shot was 175 yards.
Contrary to one post on here, the 270 is quite adequate for the largest bull moose, and I have a close friend
who has shot over 3 dozen moose with his 270, and most were shot with 130 grain bullets. Placement is key.
To the OP, I would opt for the 243 for now. If you need more gun later, you can add to your arsenal.
Dave.
While I will not say it is an ideal moose choice, I have shot 3 of the big cervids with the 6mm Remington,
and the 100 Partition. None went 20 yards, longest shot was 175 yards.
Contrary to one post on here, the 270 is quite adequate for the largest bull moose, and I have a close friend
who has shot over 3 dozen moose with his 270, and most were shot with 130 grain bullets. Placement is key.
To the OP, I would opt for the 243 for now. If you need more gun later, you can add to your arsenal.
Dave.I use for 20 years 243 for any hunt that does not involve moose (however few years back I took moose with 100gr 243 round, moose just dropped no problem range was under 100m). If I do have moose tag I hunt with 270. I hunt in BC, most shoots I made never exceeded 150 meters. Placement is the key
