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big al hunter · January 15, 2013, 11:37 PM

I prefer the 243 for what you are asking about. Here are my reasons why.

My state has a min caliber for all big game (243/6 mm). Check your state's regulations before purchasing.

I can get factory ammo with 54 gr varmint bullets at close to 4,000 fps.

I can get factory 100 gr big game bullets.

I can handload anything from 54 gr to 105 gr at a very reasonable price.

The bullets for 243 are heavier than 224 and buck the wind better on long shots.

January 15, 2013, 11:37 PM	#9
big al hunter Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2011 Location: Washington state Posts: 1,558	I prefer the 243 for what you are asking about. Here are my reasons why. My state has a min caliber for all big game (243/6 mm). Check your state's regulations before purchasing. I can get factory ammo with 54 gr varmint bullets at close to 4,000 fps. I can get factory 100 gr big game bullets. I can handload anything from 54 gr to 105 gr at a very reasonable price. The bullets for 243 are heavier than 224 and buck the wind better on long shots. __________________ You can't fix stupid....however ignorance can be cured through education!