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arthurrh · June 28, 2010, 02:58 PM

I was lucky enough to draw an antlerless elk tag in California. I have a couple of guns I'm considering. Buying a new caliber is not an option, so don't bother. I'm certain all my choices will "work" but would like to hear from real experienced elk hunters.

Note - a further constraint in this area is that I must use lead-free bullets. This may affect some of your opinions.

Choices I have are:
7mm-08 (BLR)
270 Win (Bolt)
7mm Weatherby (Bolt)
300 RUM (Bolt)

Currently the Weatherby and the 300 don't have scopes on them, or appropriate lead-free loads, so getting them going will cost more time and money than the others. I've been using the Nosler e-tip and Barnes TSX in 130 grains in the 270 for hogs with excellent results.

I know this is likely to start all kinds of flame, but hopefully we'll get something useful out of it.

June 28, 2010, 02:58 PM	#1
arthurrh Senior Member Join Date: December 2, 2004 Posts: 189	Elk Cartridge choices I was lucky enough to draw an antlerless elk tag in California. I have a couple of guns I'm considering. Buying a new caliber is not an option, so don't bother. I'm certain all my choices will "work" but would like to hear from real experienced elk hunters. Note - a further constraint in this area is that I must use lead-free bullets. This may affect some of your opinions. Choices I have are: 7mm-08 (BLR) 270 Win (Bolt) 7mm Weatherby (Bolt) 300 RUM (Bolt) Currently the Weatherby and the 300 don't have scopes on them, or appropriate lead-free loads, so getting them going will cost more time and money than the others. I've been using the Nosler e-tip and Barnes TSX in 130 grains in the 270 for hogs with excellent results. I know this is likely to start all kinds of flame, but hopefully we'll get something useful out of it.