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FrankenMauser · May 19, 2009, 09:31 PM

Ruger M77 Mk II, .270 Winchester, SS / Laminate, 3-9x40mm scope.
The .270 Win is plenty capable of delivering the damage needed; given proper bullet selection. Add the ability for flat, long shots, and you're golden.

When the terrain gets tight, or nasty, I pull out my Russian SKS. 7.62x39mm may not be regarded as the best Elk cartridge, but it is ballistically superior to many .30-30 Winchester loads. Add the fact that it is a semi-auto carbine with elevation adjustable sights, and it works well for those that give it a chance.

Since the Elk hunt here usually includes pretty miserable weather... It really helps that both rifles are essentially 'all-weather'.

May 19, 2009, 09:31 PM	#5
FrankenMauser Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2008 Location: In the valley above the plain Posts: 13,424	Ruger M77 Mk II, .270 Winchester, SS / Laminate, 3-9x40mm scope. The .270 Win is plenty capable of delivering the damage needed; given proper bullet selection. Add the ability for flat, long shots, and you're golden. When the terrain gets tight, or nasty, I pull out my Russian SKS. 7.62x39mm may not be regarded as the best Elk cartridge, but it is ballistically superior to many .30-30 Winchester loads. Add the fact that it is a semi-auto carbine with elevation adjustable sights, and it works well for those that give it a chance. Since the Elk hunt here usually includes pretty miserable weather... It really helps that both rifles are essentially 'all-weather'.