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big al hunter · October 24, 2012, 07:18 PM

I have a couple of observations for you. First the recoil of a 308 win will be very similar to the 270. You already know what that is like. Second factory guns are plenty accurate for hunting. So here is my suggestion. Buy the factory built 308 and enjoy it as is. Then build a target grade gun slowly but in a light caliber. Maybe .223 or 243 win. The lighter recoil and less expensive ammo will be worth the wait. And the lighter caliber will do a better job on coyote

October 24, 2012, 07:18 PM	#7
big al hunter Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2011 Location: Washington state Posts: 1,558	I have a couple of observations for you. First the recoil of a 308 win will be very similar to the 270. You already know what that is like. Second factory guns are plenty accurate for hunting. So here is my suggestion. Buy the factory built 308 and enjoy it as is. Then build a target grade gun slowly but in a light caliber. Maybe .223 or 243 win. The lighter recoil and less expensive ammo will be worth the wait. And the lighter caliber will do a better job on coyote __________________ You can't fix stupid....however ignorance can be cured through education!