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I wouldn't consider using a match or target bullet for hunting game animals, ever. Even if the said match bullet shot into the same hole as far as the next county, I'd use a hunting bullet that shot with "good" accuracy EVERY time for hunting. I'm not interested in the exceptions or special...

That's usually the first phone call I make after a rifle purchase. I haven't found a better way to get a B&C and a set of Talleys without waiting.

If it didn't die withing 10-30 seconds after being hit, then it's more likely than not a one-lung hit, and probably high by your description. My guess is that he bedded down again once he thought he was clear of that other buck, or if he was close to expiring. It will take a good methodical...

I'd take the scope off and either keep it or sell it separately. Considering a used SPS alone would bring $400 all day long, add a SS Pac-Nor barrel and a .264 win, and I think you have a $650-$700 asking price rifle. 800-1000 rounds down a .264 win mag might be a hindrance for some though...

You are a true inspiration! And don't think for a moment that the wheelchair was the determining factor of whether or not to pull the trigger on the first legal bull. I imagine anyone of us here would have done the same, myself for certain! That story is exactly why we hunt, for you found...

I hear ya there. I tried to force-feed that rifle every 100gr offering imaginable. Regardless of powder or charge weight, it just wouldn't shoot them any smaller than patterns. As soon as I switched to the 90gr NBT and 90gr Speer Hot-Cor, I was in business. RL19 was the most consistent while...

I have a Savage 11FNS, non Accu-trigger, that just loves RL-19 and 90gr Ballistic Tips. Kurt, it sounds like we have .243's with similar attitudes!

That has to be one of the best values in optics right now. In a few years, we aren't going to believe that these scopes could be had for under $300.

SJB, those numbers look quite impressive, and matched up with the new ALR one could really find some use stretching the range out a bit. I plan on getting a hold of a few to try once available.

I have one, and it's a true classic, my first deer rifle handed down from my Grandpa. It still wears the Stith scope and mounts that he put on it when purchased new. I've taken several blacktails, cow elk and some grouse too! It doesn't get outside anymore, for the scope has the FOV of a...

I won't argue that at all.

I hold zero consideration for the 303 British, unless the rifle had some collectible value to it that allowed me to turn into something else I wanted. I could dig the 6.5x55 or an 8x57 done up in a lightweight package though. I already have plenty of old school with my '99 300 Savage. Any...

I can't wait for him to get his new 280AI built, so I can buy it cheap after he feels the recoil. :lol:

My favorite load for the 25-06 with 115gr NBT's is 55.5gr of IMR7828ssc. This load clocks in the 3100fps range and is very accurate in my tang safety Ruger M77. I know others who use Retumbo or RL22 with great results. As long as you are using one of the 4350's or slower, you should be in...

I can't stay away from RL15 in either the 308 or 300 Savage. And who says that Model Sevens don't shoot?

Retumbo and Magpro are also excellent choices for 150gr bullets in the 270WSM. 69.3gr of Retumbo and a 150gr Sierra GameKing resulted in the smallest 3-shot group I've ever shot with a factory hunting rifle, .286".

Many times it's the rifle and/or cartridge that gives us the most confidence that makes the difference. Since your confidence is shaken with the 25-06, it might be more difficult for you to make a good shot on game with that rifle in the future. We all have reasons why our favorites are our...

I don't like the 30-30. If forced to carry a lever gun it will be a '99 in 300 Savage. Okay, so I'm partial to the '99 since it was my first deer rifle. The 7-08 is one of the more versatile cartridges around and can handle just about any big-game situation. As far as Teddy goes, I'm thinking...

I've found that the M700 SPS youth in 243 to be as handy and versatile as any. I'm not dinging up a $1200 AR or try to fit a standard length barrel out the window. The 20" barrel and short LOP of the youth model is an ideal combination, even for a taller guy like me at 6'2". The rifle is...

I've owned two, a 243 and a 280, both composite stalkers. The tang safety is my primary attraction to them. I feel that's where a safety should be. I like the magazine, quick bolt and lightweight of the rifles. The $20 trigger spring kit is very easy to install and makes a huge difference...