Thanks September 27, 2019. (Az) The key to calling in a herd bull is to get into his bedding grounds and threaten his herd. I would pick a 7mm mag above the 7mm rum. Shooting game past 400 yards really isn't a good idea for anyone. ", Tim, AZ: "This morning, she was 145# Thread starter LRH ELKAHOLIC; Start date Jul 24, 2014; Help Support Long Range Hunting : Join the LRH Team or . If anyone has tips on areas to start scouting, I'd really appreciate it. I have just never been thrilled by the 7mm Rem Mag. A 300 Win Mag will do very well for almost all applications. Its a good looking bullet. By Ron Spomer. to tell you THANKS! I think the mid range to heavy weight bullet's in each cartridge work best. And then I cannot see using less than heavy bullet's in any magnum If for some reason I were to buy a magnum again and it were a 300 mag there is no doubt in my mind the bullet's I'd be leaning toward would be 200grs. It seems that my 338 hits a little harder and will penetrate deeper. ", 338 Marlin Express, "Light, fast shooting, hard hitting, manageable recoil, and for a lever gun - very accurate. in creating such an amazing and helpful website. I have a .375 Ruger that kicks like a mule and I don’t enjoy shooting it. I personally don't consider extreme long range fair to the game. ", Elk Hunting Idaho Unit 8 8A 11, This is my first year seriously trying to track down some elk. Unique Elk Talk Like over 400 yards. fits three like sophisticated sardines and feeds them out just as slick. "...Any general advice about the unit would be appreciated! Have a ball though, Life is Short! If they 7 mag case was a .300 win mag necked down, then I would say they are the same, but the 7 mag case is shorter, and for some weird reason that bugs me. Worth playing with! (Whitehorse, Yukon Canada). Accuracy is going to be a lot more about the specific gun than the caliber. Where I live in SC .300 win mag ammo is only $1 more than .270. A 300 win mag will do it all, theDude is excellent at providing some insight on shot. The larger 300s, Rum and 30-378 will only provide more power at extreme long range. Comment: "What do you guys think about the idea of hunting elk with a 270? Mag. If you feel that the largest animals are better served with a larger bore altogether, then it becomes nearly a dead heat between the two cartridges. I am about to have it re-barreled and want to re-chamber to either 7 Mag or 300 Win Mag. Feb 1, 2016 #14 VAspeedgoat Well-known member. 300 Win Mag vs 308. I have a .300 Win Mag and it's an excellent elk rifle, up to and including long range shots pushing the limits of most hunters' ability. : I have a 30 30 with 170 grain round nose bullet. Hunting in Western Montana, by Mike A. Popcorn VenisonPopcorn Venison with Maple Syrup? (Garrison, MT)~ What do you ballistics guys think about the use of non-lead bullets for elk? Hector, TX: "Wow, that was fast! I've never recovered a bullet from my 338. The drawbacks... ammo is fairly difficult to find. USA) I use my Liberty Ruger M77, 7mm Rem. More Guns. Nosler ABLR vs Hornady ELDx vs Federal Terminal Ascent reviews/experience? an excellent guide to approaching elk hunting. have found it to be very useful and enlightening. Any success in Unit 14?, by: Dave (MI), "I'm planning on doing a DIY in Unit 14 for 2012...", Bugle in Herd bulls, by Swiltbank It's almost, but not quite, comparing apples to oranges. He killed a big cow a tad over 440yds with it, blew chunks out the other side, he said. positive and safe game plan for the 2014 elk season! The 180 grain load is an outstanding choice of .300 Win Mag ammo for elk, moose, or bear hunting while the the lighter 165 grain load is perfect for deer, pronghorn, and bear. 338 Win Mag vs 300 Win Mag vs 338 Lapua Ballistics. My response to many of these posts is that I usually go back to whichever bullet shoots best in. First time elk hunter hunting Arizona unit 6A Experience on Elk I usually shoot my elk with a 338 Win Mag and most of my buddies use a 30. cal (anything from an 06 to a 300 Ultra). Too much can go wrong and the recovery of an animal shot at 100 yards can already be complicated at times. Plus, given the primary importance of bullet placement, and assuming the shooters ability to achieve that, both the 30-06 and .308 are also adequate elk calibers 99% of the time. Long range hunters and experienced hunters taking Elk and Moose at longer ranges may appreciate and require the better terminal performance of the 300 Win Mag. I use it for hunting Whitetail out to about 500 yards as well as recreational target shooting. We have 3 300 w m in the house each required a different bullet to get sub moa 165 acc b a 190 Berger and a 210 Berger. Finally filled the freezer..., Colorado Rockies~ "I was bummed when I got to the property and no elk, nor any hoof prints in the snow. Aug 14, 2019 #1 Looking for a new elk gun that will give me some distance. Jordan, MT: "Your website is a great help! vs. .300 Wby. After much back and forth, I decided on the 300 RUM. I may have had a slight preference due to ammo price and availability. It is probably a bigger factor in selecting between one over the other for younger or inexperienced shooters. So, it begs to question whether or not the new .300 PRC will steal the thunder of the .300 Win. This hunt is from a 2015 late season antlerless elk tag in Utah. On the other hand, the fact that the .300 RUM has a … 300 PRC and .300 Win Mag factory loads generally have similar muzzle velocities, but the 300 PRC shoots a heavier bullet with a higher BC. I second the opinion in finding which one the gun likes and how much room you have in the magazine to handle the longer heavier bullets. I'm a student at ISU and I'm looking for somewhere around here to hunt next season. by 13 percent and the Win. vs. 338. If recoil and price don’t bother you much, getting the 300 RUM ammo is still a great choice. I like the 'Old School" 200gr CnC bullets to 'thump" something hard, ha. Very few folks realize that out around 350-400 it starts overtaking the 180. you luck during your hunts and God bless!". You are using an out of date browser. However, if they hold up well on a big hog, from near and far, they will work fine on anything bigger critter! It's easy to do. Looking at the Lyman reloading manual, … Why? I got several useful tips from you, and your site. Tristan, Superior, CO: "I feel like I A 300 win mag will do it all, theDude is excellent at providing some insight on shot. ", Guns I like for Elk, by Mountain Walker (Kootenays east B.C. I have no experience with a 300 mag but have a thought on bullet's for cartridges anyway. I like the Mid to Heavy "conventional" bullets also, because they work pretty well. I had read years ago and believe to this day that the beauty of a magnum is it handles heavy for cartridge bullet's better than standard bullet's. Knocks a 60" bull Moose down at 500 yards, so I'm sure it will do well with Elk. Jul 24, 2014 #1 L. LRH ELKAHOLIC Active Member. I've never recovered a bullet from my 338. Since the recoil for the 300 Ultra is about the same as a 338 Win Mag and many would argue the 338 is a more versatile cartridge, why do you think so many choose the 300 … So, "if" your rifle likes it, it will hold up just fine in your 300 WM. on the hook. Win. Gold $$ Contributor. Did anyone else see that?) 2950fps with R23 shot like a varmint rifle, the 200 NAB would be swell too. Ballistically, the .300 Wby. Join in and write your own page! However, it’s a bit too much of a good thing. I I just read that 300 magnums of one sort or another have killed the most trophy elk. You must log in or register to reply here. ", Travis (WI), "I just wanted to say thank you for your site, and helpful emails! By Ron Spomer. Win. … Not too light, but a 180 mono in a 300 Mag is flat shooting, hits hard, and likely to completely penetrate the marjority of shots! They were Remington 700 actions with 26" Lilja 1:10 barrels and McMillian stocks. This hunt is from a 2015 late season antlerless elk tag in Utah. I guess I will really find out this Sept 2010. Haven't settled on a bullet weight and since I'm all … gives an advantage in bullet weight. It’s a 26” 1:10 twist barrel. I recently worked up a load in 300WM with the 200 Partition. Therefore, 300 PRC has a slightly flatter trajectory, a little more retained energy, less wind drift, and somewhat more recoil than the 300 Win Mag. Obviously, these numbers only take into consideration the energy required and don’t consider whether the shooter … Tomahawks Are Back: These American Relics Have Seen a Resurgence in Military and Survival Situations . Unless one is accompanied by a good number of friends, or shooting in very … The problem come's in that with those heavy bullet's rcoil also goes up but that's the price yu pay. Joined Sep 4, 2014 Messages 2,706 Location Timberville, VA. Of your choices the .338 is the one that doesn't fit just because you mentioned longer shots. No meat damage. I have heard two somewhat contradictory stories... DIY Gear List Must Have's! The phone rang on a snowy Saturday afternoon in early 2000, and upon answering I found my dad – Ol’ Grumpy Pants – on the other end of the line. Try either H4831 or H1000 for either bullet pick the one that shoots best and run with it... U really cant go wrong with either...…. If recoil and price don’t bother you much, getting the 300 RUM ammo is still a great choice. IIRC, this is the flour and sugar for a Kimber Classic safe resident. My question is, how much more recoil is there between the Win Mag and RUM? I've hunted and killed many elk with a .270 Win. by Rick Freeman That means it can throw the same size bullets about 200 fps faster than the Win. Happy with it so far on a handful of animals I have taken. elk rifle season as its my first. Plus, given the primary importance of bullet placement, and assuming the shooters ability to achieve that, both the 30-06 and .308 are also adequate elk calibers 99% of the time. Yep. I have to reiterate though that I don't shoot past 375 or so. I have a 300 and 7mm WSM I use occasionally and although they work well, both needed a bit of tweaking in the feed rails to feed properly. You guys are amazing!!!". (Bealeton, Va). Anyone have experience with 180 or 200 grain Accubonds? Therefore, 300 PRC has a slightly flatter trajectory, a little more retained energy, less wind drift, and somewhat more recoil than the 300 Win Mag. and 100 fps faster than the Wby. The rifle build I spoke with you about as of right now will be a 300 rum but I am still wondering if a 300 Norma would be better. Mag. Mag. Some do like the very fast speeds, but really, anything over 3000fps....doubtful any of us could tell any difference, ha. First Elk Hunt First Elk Hunt, by Big "R" (NM). Elk Cartridge Showdown: .308 Win vs. .300 Win. (Alabama). Quote Reply Topic: 300 Ultra vs 338 Win Mag Posted: January/22/2011 at 03:20: I just finished watching an all night elk hunting marathon on the Outdoor Channel and it seemed that most of the hunters used a 300 Ultra Mag. That doesn't make them the best elk rifle, but it's an interesting stat. Hunted at most distances from 50 yards to over 1000 with most kills being from 350 to 800 yards. A 300 Win Mag firing a 210 Berger VLD hunting bullet at 2900 fps will have enough energy to kill a deer at past 1200 yards and an elk at just past 900 yards. If you are … I like to work up a good load with the mono I like ( and weight I want) say 150 TTSX/175LRX for a 300WM and then I work up a good load with the 200 Noslers or similar. That’s how the two cartridges compare to each other in a nutshell. Not surprisingly, there are some significant differences in the ballistics of the three cartridges. I am extremely excited for this However, as we worked through a variety of bullets and powders, the 200 grain AB ahead of RL22 shot the best. Elk or Venison Steaks Grilled to Perfection Here's how to turn them into steakhouse steaks! With bullets from the same mfg's in the 180, 190, 210, 215 and 230 gr weights. Christensen Arms 300 Win Mag vs 300 RUM. Where I live in SC .300 win mag ammo is only $1 more than .270. Of the cup and core, the Sierra Pro Hunter 180 and Speer Hot Cor 180 do very well, but even better ( based on my use in 30-06 and 30-06 Improved) are the Sierra 200 GK SBT and the Speer 200 Hot Cor. I have more experience with the older Barnes 180 XBT from a 300 Win Mag. I'll throw in the 300 Remington Ultra Mag. Mag., .300 WSM, and .30-06 Springfield. The shot was taken from 550 yards with a 300 Ultra mag. Mag. Finally.Good jump. If you have a chance to hunt hogs, they are a great "bullet tester", ha, much cheaper/ more prolific to hunt/shoot than elk/moose/bear. I just wanted to thank you for Latest. He killed a big cow a tad over 440yds with it, blew chunks out the other side, he said. This beast provides more initial velocity than any of the previous cartridges discussed, and has proven to be an outstanding elk cartridge. 7mm Rem Mag vs 300 Win Mag: Cartridge Sizes (Garrison, MT). After much back and forth, I decided on the 300 RUM. Mitchell, Moscow Idaho. I loaded the 200 NAB over a wad of Retumbo for a 300 RUM, gift for my SIL. I use the Win 250 mag safes and had a one shot kill. The 300 RUM shoots nearly as flat as a .270, but carries much more energy. The recoil is managable for me, but I'm 6'03", 280lbs. How is the elk hunting in unit 30A in Idaho?, by Terry (Richland Center, WI) Has anyone archery elk hunted in unit 30A in Idaho? I know the pictures a moose but it is the biggest bodied moose I have seen in over 20 years hunting the beast! That’s how the two cartridges compare to each other in a nutshell. Elk Cartridge Showdown: .308 Win vs. .300 Win. The .300 Norma Magnum is also another cartridge which offers some excellent long-range ballistics, and has grabbed the attention of the U.S. Army. Many current rifles chambered in .300 Ultra Mag, .300 WSM, and other short fats resist accepting more than two cartridges in the magazine — but the .300 Wby. 2nd year of Elk draws in the Yukon and I get DRAWN!! It's easy to do. ", Thomas (OR), "Reading your tips has helped me to formulate a hopefully As a new hunter, this provides It will also handle 200gr bullet's but I don't think as ell as the 300 magnums. Mag. Joined: Oct 9, 2018 Messages: 77. The larger 300s, Rum and 30-378 will only provide more power at extreme long range. I used to hunt with a .308, (Remington 800 VLS, heavy barrel, all the goodies) but at just shy of 15 pounds I got tired of carrying it through the woods. How is the elk hunting in unit 30A in Idaho? are both great. They have ethically killed every animal I have shot at. We shot and compared three popular options to help you decide on the best elk cartridge for your style of hunting. Thanks again! ", Jesse, NM: "I just wanted to thank you for taking the time and energy ", Join in and write your own page! Mag. I felt from the beginning that we would end up with the 180 grain AB as our final choice. vs. 338. In the 30-06, I always liked (for deer) the 125-150 c&c and the 168TSX for a Mono, but then, I just "have" to try and get good loads with 200gr C&C, PT, even the Woodleigh 30-06 rated 240gr. of energy. Using a fat, 404 Jeffery case 2.850" long with the 30-degree shoulder pushed well forward, Remington engineers were able to beat the case capacity of the 300 Wby. Ha I had a friend who used the factory 220gr Corlokts on Tx deer/hogs in his 30-06. So I was thinking to myself where better a place to ask for advice. If the .300 Winchester were given a magnum-length receiver, where a longer bullet could be seated properly, it could utilize these longer bullets without issue. But I doubt the folks who use the lighter bullets are being recoil conscious, ha. Hunting. Would you rather have a 308 win with a 22 inch barrel or a 300 win mag with a 26 inch barrel. Hey guys got my 7mm fully outfitted for my elk hunt but the guide recommended bringing a backup gun just in case something crazy happens. Elk Hunting Pocatello by Cameron (Pocatello) Where is the best place to elk hunt around Pocatello, Idaho? Opening morning in Wyoming proved to be as picturesque as I imagined it; my pal Mike Ruella and I were teamed up with a competent guide, there were antelope everywhere, and the weather was perfect. Skip, (Tucson, AZ) "Your Elk Hunting Tips Web Site is the best, most helpful I think the newer TTSX has more advantages. First time elk hunter hunting Arizona unit 6A, Unit 60 Elk 4th Rifle Season Nov 13-17 Either Sex 2013. Spice-Crusted Grilled Venison Roast Recipe This Spice-Crusted, Grilled Venison Roast recipe works great for any red meat roasts, including elk, deer or beef roast... Corned Elk Recipe You can easily make corned venison and elk, moose or corned beef from these instructions... By David Rowell Copyright © 2008-2020 Elk-Hunting-Tips.netÂ, "Wow, that was fast! Obviously, these numbers only take into consideration the energy required and don’t consider whether the shooter … by Idaho Steve (Hailey, Id ), In the middle of the night, a herd of elk came traveling through the drainage and right past my tent... Smelly Elk Areas? The 300 RUM shoots nearly as flat as a.270, but carries much more energy. trying to find out weather the 300 rum is worth the recoil, barrel life and price for … I know every barrel is different but with dumb luck, it worked in mine. Why? I did a ton of research on calibers only, as I knew I was buying another Remington 700. Mag. Mag. Mag. Head to Head: .300 Win. Neither is going to be a dream to shoot unless you go with a heavy bench weight rig. It's the same also around my house in … What can you tell me about the area? I think the newer TTSX has more advantages. Start off sounding like…, Best Rifle Caliber?, by Buglemup (Superior, MT), "I've been reading what people have been writing about rifle calibers and here is what 16 years of guiding elk has taught me. I have a .375 Ruger that kicks like a mule and I don’t enjoy shooting it. Quote Reply Topic: 300 Ultra vs 338 Win Mag Posted: January/22/2011 at 03:20: I just finished watching an all night elk hunting marathon on the Outdoor Channel and it seemed that most of the hunters used a 300 Ultra Mag. September 27, 2019. After much back and forth, I decided on the 300 RUM. Are they needed?, No, but if I had a choice of a 180 cup and core and a Mono for a 300, its going to be the Mono. Second place weapon for killing the most trophies was... BOWS! My elk rifle is a .338. The original conversation I can’t recall, but I do remember we got onto the subject of hunting caribou. I read and profit more than I can tell you. Mag. I loaded the 200 NAB over a wad of Retumbo for a 300 RUM, gift for my SIL. They match .30-06, 300 win mag and a "hot" load that is ballistically superior to the other two. Mag., or become just another .300 magnum in the herd. In choosing between the 300 Ultra Mag vs 300 Win Mag, our choice is the 300 Win Mag because it has less recoil, more affordable, has more factory match loads, and offers more available load data than the 300 Remington Ultra Magnum. I would imagine it could be difficult for smaller shooters. Yesterday as we are approaching the end of a very long season including two management elk hunts I took my second elk. I wouldn't know where to even start for a 800yd shot, ha. That is what I did. Thread starter raidersfan_5544; Start date Feb 20, 2009; raidersfan_5544. It looks like the ballistics are fairly close out to 500. Is the 300 PRC unique enough to establish itself? The 300 RUM shoots nearly as flat as a .270, but carries much more energy. Having to start over and try western Montana. I recently worked up a load in 300WM with the 200 Partition. Wounded Veteran Elk hunts, by Joshua FL), I am a disabled veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and have always dreamed of hunting elk. thank you for the great tips on hunting elk. Hornady .300 PRC (left) and .300 RUM.300 Remington Ultra Mag vs. Hornady .300 PRC. I also have a .300 Wthby in a Rem 700, but I don't think it provides much real advantage over the Win version. by Dave, Elk Hunting Tips.Net But for new hunters: 308, every damn day of the week. It's more effective out to longer ranges and IS NOT TOO MUCH FOR DEER. A 300 Win Mag firing a 210 Berger VLD hunting bullet at 2900 fps will have enough energy to kill a deer at past 1200 yards and an elk at just past 900 yards. I know I have used some very light (but stout) bullets for big game and I always zeroed them about 1" high at 100. Too much can go wrong and the recovery of an animal shot at 100 yards can already be complicated at times. I like that you can get factory loads in several different power levels. I shot a heavy Aoudad sheep at 250 or so, and he made one hop and was done. know many other hunters… Thanks again for the gear, and the website. So far, I'm in love with this rifle. However, and this is pure personal opinion, I don't like putting the 7mm mag and the .300 in the same category. I'm comfortable shooting out to 450 yards (too long for a typical hunting shot), and if in some un-foreseen situation I need to take a shot at that distance, I'm not going to question if my caliber is capable or not. The .300 Winchester Magnum, or .300 Win Mag, is used around the world for moose, elk, bear, and African plains game. with a Vortex 6x24 viper PST Scope. I have more experience with the older Barnes 180 XBT from a 300 Win Mag. With bullets from the same mfg's in the 180, 190, 210, 215 and 230 gr weights. The .300 Win. It’s still something to think about even if you do have a lot of experience. If you're gun just seems to like the 200s better, there's that, but don't worry energy between the two. I've had good luck with H4831 and 200 gr Accubonds, but I would try 180 gr bullets as well, and go with whichever is more accurate. One thing the 300 Win mag has going for it is it will cycle a bit more smoothly on average. Survival. sharing such a wealth of knowledge, and giving us new hunters a fighting chance Looking for a new elk gun that will give me some distance. I have a Sendero in 300 RUM that I have shot out the barrel on. I shot both and couldn’t tell the difference in felt recoil. (Eagle, CO). But for new hunters: 308, every damn day of the week. Rage Broadheads by Chris, ...my buddy gave me a rage practice tip and when I shot it you could not pick out the broadhead from the field points. I am extremely excited for this JavaScript is disabled. Where to hunt in Az unit 3B?, by Cliffjumper (Tucson, Az) ~ I got a late bull muzzle loader hunt in Arizona unit 3b. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Re: 7mm STW vs 300 WBY Mag for long range elk/moose It's really a horse apiece. Thread starter leclairk; Start date Aug 14, 2019; leclairk. As you mention the 300 RUM I recently asked about the the new "7's" such as the 7WSM and 7 RUM and didn't get any input on those two rounds. The phone rang on a snowy Saturday afternoon in early 2000, and upon answering I found my dad – Ol’ Grumpy Pants – on the other end of the line. Elk or Venison Steaks Grilled to Perfection, Spice-Crusted Grilled Venison Roast Recipe. Feb 1, 2016 #14 VAspeedgoat Well-known member. 300 Win Mag vs 308. 180 AB with 75.0g RL-22 has worked wonders in 2 separate 300WM for me. the Monos are long, but many heavier c&c bullets are too, and they "do" recoil more. Even the older 220 cup n core "can" come apart from a 300 Mag up close. I like the Remington .300 Ultra Mag short Action. He killed a big cow a tad over 440yds with it, blew chunks out the other side, he said. I may have had a slight preference due to ammo price and availability. I liked the "point and shoot", thread the needle ( through a hole in the puckerbrush if you would) type shooting that I did. They match.30-06, 300 win mag and a "hot" load that is ballistically superior to the other two. I am looking for a new hunting rifle to take large game at longer range,I live in Montana). 1 of 2 Go to page. I wanted to personally Lots of people complain it kills on both ends but I don't have any problems with the round. The fact that the .300 RUM has a beltless case is something of an advantage when it comes to reliable feeding. First Elk!, by Tater (Sheridan, Arkansas) I took the advice I received from this website and was successful…I wanted to Thank You and Your Forum and the folks that share on here for the knowledge and information that helped me find an elk I was quite happy with. 300 PRC vs 300 Win Mag. Just my opinion. Survival. Working up a load for my 300 win mag. I have countless hrs going over stats, topo maps & Google Earth", Elk Hunting Colorado in 2013, By William (Midland, TX) "I am planning an elk hunt next year in Colorado and I wanted to know if hunting Gunnison National Forest...", Unit 60 Elk 4th Rifle Season Nov 13-17 Either Sex 2013, By Chester Canada),"I think the gun you shoot Elk with should be one you shoot a lot with... ", .35 Remington, by Bill Smith "...my .35 Rem appears to have dropped a medium deer flawlessly, but I now have serious doubts as to its capability to take an elk.". They're both moose medicine. 7mm rem mag vs 7mm rem ultra mag vs 300 win mag. 7mm Rem Mag and .300 Win. I like that you can get factory loads in several different power levels. The 7mm RUM is really only a good option if you are shooting ultra long range. Will this work to shoot an elk ? We shot and compared three popular options to help you decide on the best elk cartridge for your style of hunting. Is there anyone that has hunted in any of these units and can give me some friendly advice? Even at 250yds, thats still humming and it did swell! However, the lighter weight monos just change the whole paradigm, IMHO. Mag. The .300 Winchester Magnum, or .300 Win Mag, is used around the world for moose, elk, bear, and African plains game. The original conversation I can’t recall, but I do remember we got onto the subject of hunting caribou. How? A 30-06 will handle a 180gr bullet very well, in my 30-06 it's my bullet of choice. 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