Guest mik629 Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 Thats right this is the question that has plagued men for years and will never be solved, but I'll ask anyways. I'm in the market for a rifle I know which make and style (husquevarnia 1600 bolt thumbhole stock) ect but when it comes to caliber... I'm stuck between 3 calibers... 308, 30-06 and 8mm. I would like to practice shooting in the off season at varments and targets. In the fall I will be hunting Deer and Moose. I will be making my own bullets so I can change the bullet weight for changing game. What would you suggest for accuracy, flat shooting trajectory, or the perfect rifle. Sorry for opening a can of worms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strut10 Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 Amongst those 3 choices I'd pick the 30-06 or the .308................pretty much a toss up between the two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluelund79 Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 Strut hit it on the head, but I'd take the .06, just a preference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJL Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 I'd buy one of each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion_70 Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 I'd have to go with the '06... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texan_Til_I_Die Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 If moose is in the mix, go with the 06. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleA Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 None of the 3 are what I consider "flat shooters". If I had to choose one it would be the 308 Win, it gives up a few FPS to the 06 but it is a very efficient cartridge and will use less powder to achieve simular results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FSU_Seminole Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 Believe it or not the 06 can be used to hunt varmits with 100 and 125 grain bullets. I'd go with the 06. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted November 11, 2008 Report Share Posted November 11, 2008 The 06 would be my choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shorty785 Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 i would go with the 06 you can almost use it for anything i have even shot trap with mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 Don't think you could go wrong with the .30-06 or the .308. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleA Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 i would go with the 06 you can almost use it for anything i have even shot trap with mine Sure glad I dont live anywhere around you, shooting at flying elevated targets isnt the wisest thing to do with a high power rifle bullet capable of traveling 1-2 miles. Just my $.02. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csualumni21000 Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 06 or 308. No big difference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 i would go with the 06 you can almost use it for anything i have even shot trap with mine Sure glad I dont live anywhere around you, shooting at flying elevated targets isnt the wisest thing to do with a high power rifle bullet capable of traveling 1-2 miles. Just my $.02. WOW! Ill say!!! :eek: Another choice for the 06. I seen 55 grain bullets for them at one time. Varmints to bear gun! Years ago I bought a 270, if I had to do it all over again, it would be the 06. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kid Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Sure glad I dont live anywhere around you, shooting at flying elevated targets isnt the wisest thing to do with a high power rifle bullet capable of traveling 1-2 miles. Just my $.02. ya that seems a little strange Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted November 17, 2008 Report Share Posted November 17, 2008 .30-06 Here too. IMHO, best all around Cal. .308 is a close second but I dont think you can beat the .30-06. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rookieee Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I'm for magnum cal. but both the 30-06 and 308 are excellent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hort Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 30-06! I was in the same boat last year, looking for a new rifle. I will most likely only own the one rifle, not saying that I wouldn't like to own other caliber rifles, if cost wasn't an issue. I chose the 30-06 because of the wide selection of ammo and game that can be hunted with that caliber. As mentioned above, I also have seen 55g ammo for the 30-06 for use with varmits. I am interested in checking into that myself. Any store that sells ammo will always have a box of 30-06 bullets on the shelf. This is a caliber that has been around for a long time and will probably be around even longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MIC65Frit Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 My vote would be the 30.06...she's the caliber that I'd say is the most versatile of the group you stated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 Yeah, you have asked a pretty tough question. Obviously there is no one caliber that does everything as well as it can be done. Otherwise there would only be one caliber of rifle offered. However, I appreciate the question because I too undestand priorities and the fact that the average guy cannot afford to have a gun for every occasion. I think there are a few considerations that have to be looked at. For one thing, is economy of re-loading of any consequence to you? If you will be going through many rounds in your target and varmint activities, the various calibers can be powder guzzlers that really wind up to be burning excessive amounts of powder for no other reason other than it is just what you have to do to shoot certain calibers. Also there are other cost differences in using heavy calibers (brass, bullets, etc.) just to shoot targets and woodchucks etc. Also, if you plan on getting into predator hunting, consideration has to be given to whether you want something salvageable in the hide when you're done. How about recoil? If a majority of the time you will be shooting targets and varmints, do you want to beat up your shoulder when it's not necessary? There are so many reasons for the huge assortment of calibers, that you might want to start thinking of something that's been growing in my mind. The Thompson encore with its slick interchangeable barrel versatilty can make your choice get down to just a couple of calibers that may come a whole lot closer to doing all that is necessary with a lot more customization to the actual uses. 300 plus dollars will give you that extra barrel that just might make your choices a bit more appropriate for the occasion. Just something to consider. Doc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tink Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 338 Federal 338 Federal would be great and has a larger slug for moose forget the 8 MM I would choose the 7M M Remington Magnum More powerful than the 30-06 springfield too Tink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan1990 Posted December 1, 2008 Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 Sure glad I dont live anywhere around you, shooting at flying elevated targets isnt the wisest thing to do with a high power rifle bullet capable of traveling 1-2 miles. Just my $.02. I think your thinking of skeet. I think by trap he means those little metal targets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleA Posted December 1, 2008 Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 I think your thinking of skeet. I think by trap he means those little metal targets Yeah..... my bad,what was I thinking:rolleyes::rolleyes: Skeet is when you shoot trap with a 30-06 I think :rolleyes::rolleyes: What do those "little metal targets" look like?:confused::confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan1990 Posted December 1, 2008 Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 They are shaped like animals and stuff and they are orange Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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