New Rifle for Africa
- Thread starter sheephunter
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Well in that case, I'd go with a fixed 6x.
Ya but I'm going with a variable...
Maybe a new Z6 with adjustable turret...or a Rapid Z....lol I want the the ability to hold on hair at extended ranges.
Why not?
if you cant hit a horse at 300 yards with a 4 or 6x scope, better stay home newb
Crap, I can't see a barn at 300 yards with a 4x scope......I live by the throw lots of lead theory.....
I wouldn't dream of attempting to dissuade someone from buying a new rifle, but "plains" game can be killed just fine to 300 yards with anyhtign in the 30-06/7RM/300 class of cartridges. If you are trying to keep weight and recoil reduced, you might want to think about it.
If you must get a new rifle, I'd try out a Kimber, just becuase I dont' have one yet.
If you must get a new rifle, I'd try out a Kimber, just becuase I dont' have one yet.
shortaction
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- Manitoulin Island, Ontario
Both the Hunter and Medallion X-Bolts are chambered in the 338 Win Mag and listed weight is 7 lbs, might be a bit rippy at that weight though.
Also they come with a 26" barrel which may not be to everyone's liking.
Also they come with a 26" barrel which may not be to everyone's liking.
It will be packed up and mailed this evening. Hehe
I love the Sako Hunter 85. Mine is in 7mm rem mag. It kicks significantly less than a Tikka so it may minimize the kick of a .338. Ive seen a .338 drop a moose in its tracks so it is more than enough gun. Is the 7mm rem mag with 160 grain accubonds bif enough for non dangerous game?
I wouldn't dream of attempting to dissuade someone from buying a new rifle, but "plains" game can be killed just fine to 300 yards with anyhtign in the 30-06/7RM/300 class of cartridges. If you are trying to keep weight and recoil reduced, you might want to think about it.
If you must get a new rifle, I'd try out a Kimber, just becuase I dont' have one yet.
You all seem to be missing the point....I know there are a hundred catridges that will do the job but I want a .338 for this trip. No reason other than that's what I want!
That is all the reasoning you need. If you have one in a win mag, maybe this is a good time to give the RCM a spin.
Well then buy a Kimber, as I suggested.
Reports are right...I've got an 800......pretty slick.
