As rewarding as getting one animal can be, so is the stress and work that comes with it. Well, my 30-06 is a black synthetic stock, but I have always wanted a real wood stock gun. Also the premium bullets suggested by other hunters are great too. Due to its moderate velocity, expansion and penetration would not requrie a bullet like the Swift A-Fram. I've purchased a few boxes already and thought about getting the Federal 165 grain Game King for hunting but is it worth the 50% cost increase? Its a great bullet if you have the velocity, but not necessary with the 308 for moose. 1; 2; 3; Next. The .308 win and the 30-06 both claim cult-like followings. By Ron Spomer. If you have the need for more speed, Federal makes a 180 Nosler partition H.E. Good hunting! I've been reading all kinds of articles online to learn everything I can so I'm ready to go. Oct 21, 2016 #2 Mthuntinfool Member. Hey guys, I've been trying to decide whether to buy the 6.5 Creedmoor or 308 win for a lightweight elk gun. In fact, my backup gun is a 30-06! The only concerns I've heard is it's stability on impact. 6; 7; 8; First Prev 8 of 8 Go to page. Sep 27, 2003 #7 . The .308 is a superb whitetail round, but don’t believe it’s too puny for elk, pronghorns, black bears or plains game. They’re both great for hunting big game in North America. The .308 also shows up in a fair number of elk camps out west, and for that game I’d go with a 180- or 200-grain bullet with a maximum powder charge (consult your loading manual) for punch and penetration. The regular ‘ol “blue box” Federal 180 grain is plenty for elk in a .308. One shot through the chest = dead elk. .308. A lot of elk have been killed with each. Go. Dec 23, 2015 #6 Beastmode Senior Member. Chambered with .308 Win rounds, it’s another stylish and superb choice for those looking to bag some deer or ward off a grizzly. The elk hunting process is the perfect illustration of nothing good comes easy, but technology is beginning to make this better. Prev . It will do just fine despite what the armchair experts say! Joined May 9, 2012 Messages 1,307 Location Shasta County, CA. It was popularized in the Model 70 for sporting purposes and is available for elk hunters in projectiles ranging from 150 to 185 grains. 05-15-2013, 12:25 AM. Joined Aug 8, 2011 Messages 1,142 Location Kalispell, MT. Joined Dec 13, 2012 … 308 as well as the 30-06 are great for Deer and Elk. Even though there are 40+ years between development of the two cartridges, they share a lot in common when used for hunting in modern times. 308 left, 30-06 right What’s great about both the 308 and 30-06. Oct 31, 2017 #12 B. Ben Long Well-known member. Or if you reload you could try some different loads. Just who is telling the truth? September 27, 2019. Lived in Alaska for 4 years and nobody didn't have any problem with a 308 or a 30-06 with a 180 grain bullet. Mag. 308 ammo for elk (barrel length) Thread starter grnorthcutt; Start date Aug 10, 2020; Tags 308 308 ammo 308 suppressed acuubonds barnes eld-x elk hunting nosler sig cross suppressed Help Support Long Range Hunting : Join the LRH Team or . Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2012 2:14 am . I know from experience. Others stick with the 165s. Cheap Best 308 Hunting Rifle For Elk And Best 44 Magnum Bolt Action Rifle Downloa Even if you choose to operate with iron sights, being able to install an optic is important. Survival. First Prev 2 of 3 Go to page. Alaska Natives use … Hunting. Second best is the Federal HE 165Gr trophy bonded. It is a bolt- action rifle, it is chambered in short action 7mm-08 REM, 243 win. Federal Gold Metal Match Boat Tail Hollow 168 Grain I know this is one of the premium factory rounds from match shooting. The elk I have conferred with seem to prefer the 308, at least the northern and western elk. 1 … Go to page. The introduction of scopes to elk hunting has proven to be one of the best things that … 308 vs 6.5 Creedmoor Barrel Life. Some hunt with 150-165grn for Deer and 180 for Elk some use the same round for everything. Personally, I like the 180 grain I won't list a specific type as I have used several and depending on the rifle I have had different results with them. Up to that point 12 have died using it … Deer, bear, moose, elk: they’ll all go down from a well placed 308 or 30-06. While the two cartridges have a very similar case capacity, throat erosion occurs faster with the 6.5 Creedmoor because it uses a smaller diameter barrel. (high energy)load that is 2,700+. One of the best elk guns is KIMBER MODEL 84M CLASSIC. The post by Ranch13 reminds me of conversations I have had with motorcycle racers and off road lift kit makers. .308 for elk. We shot and compared three popular options to help you decide on the best elk cartridge for your style of hunting. Post subject: Re: 308 Win 165 or 180 grain loads for elk. .308 Win with Elk Engraving. Whenever hunters gather around a campfire to discuss big-game cartridges, you’ll hear talk about the .270 Winchester versus the .30-06, some chatter about the 7mm Rem Mag, .300 Win Mag, .300 Weatherby Mag and .300 WSM, but almost nothing about the .308 Winchester. Past that, neither. Tomahawks Are Back: These American Relics Have Seen a Resurgence in Military and Survival Situations . Booked my first elk hunt for next year and I'm trying to decide which is the better gun to take. I don't hunt elk, but a 165 grain Hornady GMX bullet would be probably be great! There are some .308 rounds out there that perform well at these distances as well, but generally, the .270 would be the better choice. How is this for a deer hunting round? This years elk was my first rifle elk not using my 06. Mag. An elk can have a significant body mass, and I have yet to see one that isn’t capable of moving even when hit if it is only wounded. good for you, bad for the elk or the moose and a +1 for you! Many of your southern elk tend to like the larger calibers. For larger game such as deer and elk, both cartridges have enough stopping power at short range to drop animals cleanly. Win. My mom has dropped two elk with her 308 using 180 gr Remington Core-lokt. Regardless of whether you’re using a 6.5 Creedmoor or a .308 Winchester, no pronghorn, deer, or elk will go far if you put a well constructed bullet into the vitals. I have always been an "economical hunter", in that I have my basic 30-06 that I use for deer, pig, and once for elk, and my Beretta pump shotgun that I use for ducks, turkeys, doves, etc. Conclusion There you have it, my full list of the five best hunting rifles for hunting elk. The .270 might be a better option when dealing with shots that are over 400 yards. vs. 338. Drilling for Oil in the … IMO the 308 with a standard bullet should be plenty adequate for moose. .308 Win. duncan Lifetime Member Millennium Member. It also features a trigger that is adjustable and releases at 3.6 to 4 pounds. Elk hunters have been looking for great ways to improve their hunting chances. The best factory Elk load for the .308 win is the federal 180 Nosler PT high energy. But as always, you may get better perfomance out of the classics like 30-06 or 7mm Rem Mag for a very … Next Last. Thread starter aorams; Start date Jun 8, 2016; Prev. This sycophancy creates a problem for the many truth-seekers out there. Last edited: Nov 28, 2012. Before I worked up a handload I used Federal Premium ammo with Nosler Partitions for both deer and elik. Nov 28, 2012 #11 Lawnboy Well-known member. mattyk6, Sep 26, 2003. mattyk6, Sep 26, 2003. And the .308 will work fine on elk out past 300 yards with most bullets. If you are holding your shots under 300 yards, either is fine. Mainly use … Those little suckers will penetrate like a well digger on crack who's getting paid by the foot. Go. Latest. Joined Nov 2, 2008 Messages 3,605 Location Bozeman, Montana. Wondering if any of you use a .308 for elk. It is great for hunting big game such as moose and elk, although while talking about the .308 vs .270, the .270 is a formidable opponent. Joined Jan 4, 2014 Messages 272 Location Alaska. Several of the articles have discussed the best calibers and rounds. Joined: Fri Nov 06, 2009 9:05 pm Posts: 8406 Location: I-5 Lala Land North, Washington State The .308 is just a .30-06 at a few less yards range. Best Elk hunting caliber The .308 was originally introduced in 1952, and has arguably become one of the most popular rounds for hunting and long range shooting. Joined Oct 7, 2014 Messages 579 Location Noxon Mt. Let me walk you through a non-biased 308 vs. 30-06 review. I figure .308/30-06 is probably the largest caliber I personally would ever need. Post Cancel. Been there done that got the T-shirt. 24 hours a day, 24 years old, and making $24,000 a year. The Long Ranger Deluxe Engraved.223 Rem/5.56 NATO, .243 Win, .308 Win An Upgrade In Elegance. Go. Is the 6.5 Creedmoor enough gun or would I be better off with the 308. Joined: Feb 15, 1999 Location: Seattle. Search for Best 308 Ar Hunting Rifle For The Money And Best Hunting Rifle For Elk And Deer Ads Immediately . My son tipped his first elk over this year with a down-loaded 30-06 and a 150 grain partition at 2700 fps muzzle velocity. WoodsWalker270 said: Been kicking around the idea of a new rifle purchase. I know all about bullet selection for both calibers, i'm looking for real life experiences with both calibers for elk. 5. Proponents for each swear on the supremacy of their favorite cartridge. 270 or 308 for Elk? One of them wagged that they call the press writers "24x24x24". Jun 9, 2016 #21 Fjelljeger Senior Member. Either bullet will work. Even further with match bullets. Dec 3, 2020 #99 R. rustyshackleford Well-Known Member. Both have a variety of grains that work well. Our game-changing (and game-getting) Long Ranger model with an eye-catching lightweight alloy receiver plated with highly polished nickel under beautifully executed scroll engraving accented with 24K gold inlay. 308 for elk is a good caliber for this type of gun. Messages: 2,384 Likes Received: 113. The .308 Winchester is a long range round, capable of making accurate shots well past 500 yards (how far is something of a debate among long range shooters), which means the best .308/7.62 rifles will be able to mount a scope. Comment. I have both a .270 and a .308. The 180 Partition will give you more penetration for an off angle shot. .308 Winchester Speaking of military cartridges that made a perfect big-game round, the .308 Winchester was introduced in 1952 and was adopted for use in the armed forces as the 7.62x51mm. WA Mtnhunter ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Join Date: Jan 2009; Posts: 10455; Share Tweet #8. Got my first elk last year (4x5 bull) with a .308 180 grain Federal Premium Nosler Partition out of a Sako A7 22 inch barrel. Elk Cartridge Showdown: .308 Win vs. .300 Win. More Guns. I shoot hand loaded 168gr Barnes TSX moving along at just under 2900Fps. Close in - sure.