The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - 257 Weatherby vs 264 Win vs 270 Weatherby?

Hardin · December 31, 2000, 12:56 AM

Why settle for a bolt action, when can have an auto? Then it can handle charges, dogpacks and men. Not nearly as true of a bolt. BAR has adequate accuracy for large game, and 264 is a bit much for varmints, especially in the Eastern US.

December 31, 2000, 12:56 AM	#14
Hardin Junior member Join Date: December 30, 2000 Posts: 98	I'd prefer 270 Win, available in ALLOY BAR. Why settle for a bolt action, when can have an auto? Then it can handle charges, dogpacks and men. Not nearly as true of a bolt. BAR has adequate accuracy for large game, and 264 is a bit much for varmints, especially in the Eastern US.