One gun hunter?

.300 weatherby can and will do it all, it's even better if you reload, or go with the .338 (I could stand under correction here, but the .300 Weatherby hits a little harder fps downrange than the 338, I guess because it is a lighter bullet and the sectional density of the .338 is just a little bigger and heavier, all this depending on the bullet, weight etc..) and look at the fit for yourself of the rifle and shoot it for the recoil, then decide!
 
The 300 wthby is a fantastic cartridge, but it does work best with a controlled expansion round like the TBBC or x bullets. My father shoots it with 200 grain tbbc's in handloads, and has shot small deer at close range and moose as far out as 520 yards with excellent results.

It is a lot of gun tho, probably more than is necessary for most applications.
 
I for one like the "one big game rifle" concept. You still need other guns for other duties, but to me the one rifle for all big game is sensible. I also have taken to the sawed off Brno 602 .375. Trajectory is flat, and things are brought to a conclusion in short order.

The one rifle concept however must take into account the virtues of several rifles. It must be "friendly" to the shooter which will encourage him to have it as his regular companion. It must be pleasing to his eye, and possess the feel that becomes part of the individuals subconscious. It must be short, light and quick to bring into action so that it is equally at home on the prairie or in dense bush. It must function with absolutely dependability. It must have a flat trajectory out to what is considered long range for a big game. Yet it must be able to fire a bullet into a large dense animal at bad breath range without the danger of bullet blow-up ever coming into question. It must be cheap enough to shoot to encourage regular practice, and accurate enough that it instills pride and confidence.

I am fortunate enough to have all of these qualities in one rifle. I can carry this rifle for any big game scenario on the planet (provided I can get it there). All that is required as I go out the door is the correct choice of bullet and the correct sight. The 300 gr TSX almost makes bullet choice a foolish question. I can hit well out to a quarter mile with the scout scope, although a Dall Sheep hunt might cause me to consider mounting my 1.75-6X.

 
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Miles Teg said:
Hi, I've been thinking about downsizing and trying to find one gun to do everything. I'll be hunting everything from Black bear to moose, the choices I've got it down to are 30'06, 338 Federal or 350 remington mag.Any thoughts on this idea?
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If it's one gun, I think the 350 Rem Mag is a good choice. It is my impression you might have some challenge in finding factory ammo. However, it is not so overly powerful for calibre that it will make a mess of deer size game, while it will handily take care of moose and bear. MVs on a 360 Rem Mag are rather modest for a magnum. In a 225 grain partition, 2600 fps seems attainable. Can't comment on a 338 Federal - never heard of it. What is a 338 Federal? If you are relying on factory ammo, go with the 30-06.

Got to love these sorts of dilemmas.
 
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Boomer said:
I for one like the "one big game rifle" concept. You still need other guns for other duties, but to me the one rifle for all big game is sensible. I also have taken to the sawed off Brno 602 .375. Trajectory is flat, and things are brought to a conclusion in short order.

The one rifle concept however must take into account the virtues of several rifles. It must be "friendly" to the shooter which will encourage him to have it as his regular companion. It must be pleasing to his eye, and possess the feel that becomes part of the individuals subconscious. It must be short, light and quick to bring into action so that it is equally at home on the prairie or in dense bush. It must function with absolutely dependability. It must have a flat trajectory out to what is considered long range for a big game. Yet it must be able to fire a bullet into a large dense animal at bad breath range without the danger of bullet blow-up ever coming into question. It must be cheap enough to shoot to encourage regular practice, and accurate enough that it instills pride and confidence.

I am fortunate enough to have all of these qualities in one rifle. I can carry this rifle for any big game scenario on the planet (provided I can get it there). All that is required as I go out the door is the correct choice of bullet and the correct sight. The 300 gr TSX almost makes bullet choice a foolish question. I can hit well out to a quarter mile with the scout scope, although a Dall Sheep hunt might cause me to consider mounting my 1.75-6X.

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Very nice rig!!!

The 9.3*62 or 35 Whelen in a similar configuration would be my choice.

I personally prefer the 9.3 but the 35 cal would allow use of cheap pistol bullets for training and varmint purposes.
 
i'd keep my 338wm x 35whelen x 7mm mag x 30-30 x270 win x 7.57 mm x 22 x 12gauge but its hell trying to reload them shells
 
Till we get these, I'll stick to my assorted collection. Actually, even then, I'll probably keep them all :)

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Miles Teg said:
Hi, I've been thinking about downsizing and trying to find one gun to do everything. I'll be hunting everything from Black bear to moose, the choices I've got it down to are 30'06, 338 Federal or 350 remington mag.Any thoughts on this idea?
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how far do ya want to shoot??...TO ME THAT IS THE:D ???...LARRY
 
One gun? sure, you can do it, depends on where and what you'll see, what the cartridge will be, but, no matter which rifle cartridge combo you choose, you'll always have to comprimise, when shooting some game.
You are limiting yourself.
WHY?
I mean, if money is the problem, sure, reduce your inventory, but, why all the way to one? Just does not make sense, unless the bill collectors are at the door.
Hunting is a pleasurable experience, limiting the tools available, limits your experience.
 
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