WIwhitetailhunter Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 7mm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyrod64 Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 I've used the same 270 for over 20 years and haven't lost a deer! I use Rem core-loct 130 gr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 I was born and raised in Bama and have shot deer with a variety of caliber's. Honestly, the best knock-down/recovery rate I had was with a 30-30. Testify! That is the same rifle that I use. With the new LeveRevolution bullets I get unbelievable range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 LOL...the ones I own. .270, .50ML, and .30-.30 2 deer last year with the 270 blew both of them off their feet stone dead @ over 260yds....2 other deer last year died with the .50ML @ under 40yds with the same result. Only thing I can reccomend is that you find out what the generally accepted limitations are for a particular caliber based on others opinions and research...then adjust your choice to the type of terrain and distance you will ussually hunt, your shooting abilities, and any physical limitations you may have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earnhardts12000 Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 .308,.35 12 gauge mossberg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 during gun season : 270 or 300 mag. ML season : 50 cal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Mr. Colt .45~ Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 270 win or a .32 win spec which is a necked up 30-30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntinman802 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 i normaly use a howa 1500 .243 and have shot deer at up to 320 yds and never lost one and most didnt take a step after being hit. i also use a rem 30-06, rem .35, winchester model 70 black shadow 7mm mag, .50 cal. traditions pursuit xlt, 12 guage mossberg 88, 20 guage mossberg 500, and this year im gonna try my ruger .44 mag lever action. and therrs a few more but ive said enough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bghunter777 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 I am also a fan of the 243 i shoot the ballistic silver tip winchester loads at 95 gr awesome and fun shooting gun and is plenty to kill any deer. I have also taken deer with 30/06 but just dont enjoy shooting this large of a caliber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texan_Til_I_Die Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 7 Rem Mag but I hunt in a lot of wide open country where shot opportunities at 300 - 400 yards are common. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missed160 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 Wow I am amazed, it seems that the 270 is the most popular (I figured it would be 30 06). I shoot the 270 and or a 30 30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OUTSIDER Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 300 rem ultra mag 150 gr bonded sirocco i am good too 600 yds or so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 Wow I am amazed, it seems that the 270 is the most popular (I figured it would be 30 06). I shoot the 270 and or a 30 30 I believe it would be the 30-06 if you asked people what caliber they would use overall for North American Big Game;) But yeah it looks like people like the .270 for deer sized game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PotashRLS Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 My old faithful is my Ruger M77 MkII stainless with the old "skeleton" composite stock in 7mm Rem Mag. She cries if I use something else come deer season. We worked up a new load firing Hornady 162gr. SSTs otherwise my favorite factory load was the Classic Hornady 175gr. interlocks. When you pull the trigger, the fat lady sings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patriotoutlaw Posted October 27, 2009 Report Share Posted October 27, 2009 Have used all kinds, but currently the .308Win. with 168gr. Berger's in front of 42.5gr. of Varget is the medicine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildguy Posted October 27, 2009 Report Share Posted October 27, 2009 We use a .308 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gzilla45 Posted October 27, 2009 Report Share Posted October 27, 2009 Can't beat the trusty ol' .270 with 130 grain Core Lokt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kid Posted October 28, 2009 Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 300 weatherbee i like to reach out and touch something!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakota Posted October 28, 2009 Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 Elk, deer, antelope and whatever else: I shoot 150gr. Hornady Customs or Remington Cor-Lokt PSP through my Winchester Model 70 .30-06 with Team Realtree 3-9x40 Nikon scope. Dumps deer and antelope in their tracks and my 2006 elk (Hornady bullet/borrowed Rem. .30-06) didn't go too far. P.S. That combo also does a number on jack rabbits too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stinger-Hunter Posted October 28, 2009 Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 30-06 is my choice. Also have shot with 30-30. My next gun will be a .243. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALAN Posted October 28, 2009 Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 remington 12 gauge 870 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coles Posted October 28, 2009 Report Share Posted October 28, 2009 I have used everything from extreme to extreme. I have used a 22-250, 25 gibbs, 270 gibbs, 270 win, 7mm-300 weatherby, and a 300WSM. I primarily use a 270 now. Thinkin about buying a 243 or 7mm-08 next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawgitall Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 I have .270 and used it most my life. I got a TC Encore .308 and I love it. Packs a much bigger wallop. Shot many deer with a .270 and did fine. Sometimes tracking could be an issue with a not so perfect shot. .308 is my new favorite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coles Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Lookin into a 7mm-08 now. Just always have the itch for another rifle. Possibly a 30-06 just for the heck of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 30-06 and a winchester 375 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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