Lots of familiar rifles are chambered for it, ammo is abundant, variable and inexpensive. Yes, this is a short-action, small capacity case which demands we ask the obvious question: how can the little .277 SIG Fury shoot as fast from a 16-inch barrel as the larger .270 Winchester shoots from a 24-inch barrel? And there havent been a heck of a lot since. Enjoy your videos very much. The 27 Nosler has a long leade for sleek, high BC, long ogive, ABLR and RDF style bullets. shinbone # 14865591 05/10/20. quote: 7mm/284 and 6.5 have a huge selection of bullets already available. The tougher the terrain, the lighter. I had the 170 elites up to 3125 fps when it was 270 wby so I'm hoping to easily get to 3200 + once it's a 27. of energy over the 270 Win and 600ft./lbs. Roughly equivalent to a . Based on the 404 Jeffrey Same case as the 30 Nosler When compared to the 28 Nosler, the 27 Nosler has a longer neck and a shorter length to the shoulder to prevent the 28 from being chambered in the 27. The .28 Nosler cartridge is one of the best cartridges for hunting elk as long as controlled-expansion bullets are used. Traditional .270s are limited by 1:10 rifling twist to 150-grain bullets. the 27 Nosler drops 11 less than a 270 Win and 7 less than a 270 WSM. Mag., and you understand why its not just the most popular .300 magnum of all time, but one of the best all-round elk calibers of all time. They shoot flatter, but they kick me into next week. The 26 Nosler has a higher muzzle velocity than the 28 Nosler, making it ideal for long-range shooting. While Elmer had his fans agreeing, the thorn in Elmers side, Jack OConnor, had his readers lapping up the .270 Winchester. I know small-framed hunters who happily pay the gravitational price for packing Granddads M1886 Winchester lever-action in .45/70. About 1:8 would be my guess. Zeroed 3.3 inches high at 100 yards, that projectile will drop just two inches at 300 yards, deflect just five inches in a 10 mph right angle wind, and cling to 2,866 ft-lb energy. But the .338 Win. Nonsense. . Cartridge means the case that holds the powder that drives the bullet. 2500fps and 1600+ft-lb at same distance. The onshore winds had begun to swirl a bit, and I was thoroughly convinced that the hunt was essentially over for that evening. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Mag., look at a .338 Federal, .358 Win., or even 7mm-08 Win. Re: 27 Nosler vs 28 Nosler. A natural question now is if other gun makers will chamber for the 27 Nosler and .277 SIG Fury. Again, bullet weight. Good bullet design and placement seem to work just fine. The SIG and Nosler both require fast twist rifling to stabilize those long, high B.C. But in the chart it says it carries it to over 1200 yards. 27 Nosler ; 270 Weatherby Magnum; 270 Winchester; 270 Winchester Short Magnum; 28 Nosler; 280 Ackley Improved; . On that axis deer hunt on Molokai, I had shots ranging from 100 to 250 yards, and while a fast .270 may seem a bit much for even the largest axis deer that ever walked, the bullet handled the windy conditions very well. So, for an all-around elk-thumper, Ive gone back to the .338. For starters, it burns more powder. He is a well-known entrepreneur, having started many successful online brands, and lives in St George, Utah. And, I know they are going to be pretty similar, but, still, I have to choose one. []. Think it all through carefully before choosing. No matter, people are shooting at elk at longer ranges, and todays rifles, optics, and bullets will get there. 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The 28 Nosler adds considerable powder, thus energy, to push the same 175-grain bullet as the 280 AI. Faster models like .270 Wby. The 300 WM typically fires bullets between 150 and 220 grains while the 28 Nosler fires bullet weights between 160 and 185 grains. The Barnes penetrate . If the .338s are the best caliber on the upper end for elk, the 7mms are the best at the lower end. But that has nothing to do with the actual performance of the .277 SIG Fury cartridge or rifle. The .338/06 adds about 200 fps muzzle velocity for about two inches less drop at 300 yards and roughly 300 ft-lb more punch. Read Next: 10 Great Guns That We Wish Were Still Being Made. 28 Nosler is essentially a shortened version of the 7mm Remington Ultra Magnum (7mm RUM). 180-gr. According to my notes, I've killed 27 elk with a 270. Although there are more advanced and fancy bullet designs created more recently, most factory loads for the 28 Nosler focus on long range expansion, and Id prefer to have a Partitions deep penetration for elk. Bulls are bigger than cows; and mature, fully grown bulls are huge. The 27 Nosler can . Jim Harmer is a host of the Backfire Youtube channel. What does this mean for the hunter in the field? This short-fat, looking remarkably similar to the 6.8 Western, adds around 200 fps to the best Creedmoor speeds, and that lets you shoot the same bullets with less drop, less wind deflection, and more energy on target. The Ammunition that I will be focusing on for the 27 Nosler are factory Nosler Trophy Grade 150 grain AccuBond and 165-grain AccuBond Long Range offerings. Right. The 27 Nosler has 32% more case capacity than the .270 Winchester, 22% more than the .270 Winchester Short Magnum and 14% more than the .270 Weatherby. This little brother to the .338 Win. Weatherby came out with his .270 magnum fairly soon (about 20 years) after the .270 Winchester took off, but the next .277 shooter didnt pop until 2001 as the .270 Winchester Short Magnum. Kali Parmley of Gun Dog Magazine talks to George Thompson from Benelli USA about the new features from the Benelli line in 2023. My picks for the best elk hunting calibers are what I consider the best, not the most popular. Nearly every elk hunter will care somewhat about the weight of their rifle after a long day of hiking. Call me crazy but the 117hh at 3700 would be hard to beat at 500yds. From the post-World War II era . Skis are easily the most efficient way to cover snowy ground on foot in winter. bullet like the Swift Scirocco will retain 2,350 ft-lb at 400 yards, 1,500 ft-lb clear out at 600 yards. I have both and have taken all of my fast .30 elk with them. re: new 27 nosler vs 28 nosler Posted on 12/17/20 at 8:43 pm to kengel2. The .270 Winchester fits standard-length actions with standard diameter bolt faces and standard magazines. Yes, the 7mm bullet flies better and can be pushed a bit faster, yet the .30-caliber bullet has more frontal area, dealing a harder initial blow. Mag. No rough-and-tough manly man in the 1960s was going to admit he couldnt handle that. Mag. Contributor Brad Fenson takes to the grill, to cook up some delicious venison burgers. Definitely. Mag. With the right bullets, it can actually hit harder than the 375 H&H Magnum at longer ranges. Finally, the puny 6.8 SPC from Remington appeared about 2004. They share a maximum body diameter of 14.0 mm (0.550 in). The 7mm Rem Mag has slipped in popularity, but with todays off-the-chart BC bullets, it is still a fine choice. Get a closer look at the Nosler M48 Mountain Carbon in 27 Nosler, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.For more information, visit https://www.ame. A traditional stock or adjustable? Do you feel a 140 grain Barnes TTSX would be suitable for elk? I warned you this is a big family. How about outstanding accuracy, flat trajectories, long legs and a 165gr wallop at the end of that ballistic journey? Even at the 500-yard mark, the 27 Nosler will deliver over 2,100 ft.-lbs. of their 165-grain bullet yet, but we guesstimated it should be at least .650 G1 and approaching .70. Publisher Kevin Steele is in the Beretta booth with Logan Killam, the Shotgun Product Manager, to discuss the all new Beretta A300 Ultima Turkey. because maximum average chamber pressure is 64,000 psi. Not exactly modern, not sizzling, hot or sexy. Based on the antique .404 Jeffery cartridge case, the 27 Nosler is the first new .277-caliber rifle cartridge . It delivers greater velocity than even the gargantuan .270 Weatherby. So, I dont believe any 7mm hits as hard as a .30-caliber. If needed, 27 Nosler brass can be formed from 30 Nosler brass. This new 10mm from FN is rugged, versatile, and effective. Although perhaps not an ideal extreme range cartridge, the .338 shoots surprisingly flat. 28 Nosler barrel life is around 700-900 rounds for 175-grain bullets. Zero both three inches high at 100 yards and at 400 yards they both drop 11.3 inches and deflect about 8.5 inches in that 10 mph breeze. Elk Hunter 338 Official LRH Sponsor. Along with the .30-06 Springfield and .30-30 Winchester, these cartridges have anchored more deer than any others. of .616 from a 24-inch barrel 3,000 fps and a 190-gr. may have inspired Winchester to bring out its marvelous .300 magnum the very next year. So my final hunting setup only weighs 8 pounds, 8 ounces. Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. The elk took 3 steps and collapsed. Recoil is about 30-percent less than the .338 Win. The 22, 26, 27, 28, 30, and 32 Noslers. There are dozens of good elk cartridges, with choices depending largely on the distances you intend to shoot, thus dictating the bullet energy you need to project. The 190-gr. Quite a few elk have fallen from the 117hh in a wsm at . Both sizes are much better ballistically and that what i was saying in my post. Lots of things still to be determined, but at least the .277-inch bullet size is getting some new life. Bill Buckley. (Photo: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com) Synonymous with quality hunting ammunition, Nosler shakes things up in the .270 world introducing a new caliber - the 27 . Super pressure, if you will. This is the unfortunate trade off. Hell, Ive had at least one for 40 years. All Petersen's Hunting subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. Bottles & 12-oz. Ive just shown that its no faster than the .300 Win. With 170 gr Berger Elite hunters, RP once fired brass, win large rifle primers, 57.5 grains RL 26 COAL 3.484 I get 2,930 FPS at roughly 70 degrees. It will work but a little much. Thats excellent performance for a tough animal. From left to right: 27 Nosler, .270 Weatherby Magnum, .270 WSM, .270 Winchester, 6.8 SPC. In local stores, you are unlikely to find anything other than Hornadys Precision Hunter 162-grain ELD-X, or a Noslers 175-grain Trophy Hunter load with an Accubond bullet. arrived in 1958 as a short magnum derived from the .375 H&H belted magnum case. If you can't get it done with the 27 nosler, you won't get it done with the 28 nosler. On the other side of the caliber scale are the .35 Whelen (.30/06 necked up) and various .375s. Throw the excellent 32 calibers into the mix, the .325 WSM and 8mm Rem. If there were a factory load of .28 Nosler Cartridges with a 168-grain Barnes LRX, Id order a whole pallet right away. The main body, however, is brass. There are several more options if you purchase online or order your loads from a local store, but you should be aware that those who dont reload and purchase from local shops will likely not have many options. With archery energy is not the killing factor, yet arrows kill big elk quickly. Sales bloomed immediately when it released. One of the most popular magnums of all time. Mag., .270 WSM, and 27 Nosler step it up a few notches, and the 6.8 Western with its fast twist barrels nudges bullet weights to the upper end of the 7mm line up. Mag., some less. A faster-than-standard 1-8.5" twist barrel design allows the 27 Nosler to propel Nosler's factory-loaded 150gr AccuBond and 165gr AccuBond Long Range bullets (new for 2020) at never-before-seen velocities and distances in 270 caliber. Is 28 Nosler too much for deer? Backfire LLC owns and operates this website. The factory ammo and brass is cheaper for the 28 Nosler. Chambered in .28 Nosler, this 8 pound, 8 ounce setup kicks quite hard. For the fourth consecutive time in as many days, the 27 Nosler had done exactly what I had asked of it. Add in the lighter recoil of the .300 Win. Shot was quartering to and both shots exited behind off shoulder. Shoot her.. Fantastic cartridge and superb bullet! The 27 Nosler has 32% more case capacity than the .270 Winchester, 22% more than the .270 Winchester Short Magnum and 14% more than the .270 Weatherby. We had set up in what I considered to be a less-than-advantageous position, a bit too skylined for my liking, and with very little cover. could be chambered in the standard Model 70 rifles of the day and eventually most other standard length bolt action rifles. I think the reason the .28 Nosler factory loads are so focused on long range expansion is that it is an extremely capable long range cartridge. Nosler, with the introduction of its fifth big-game centerfire cartridge, has changed the potential of the .277-inch bore diameter by tightening the twist rate to 1:8.5, and offering the 165-grain AccuBond Long Range as an option for those who appreciate the higher sectional density and ballistic coefficient. I had a long and happy love affair with the 8mm Rem Mag. Mag. And to handle that, the SIG cartridge is built with a stainless steel head. If recoil doesnt bother you, Id look hard at the .300 WSM, .325 WSM, even the new 6.8 Western, agonize over a 24-inch barrel, and probably compromise with a 23-inch barrel. This gives it the necessary elasticity to expand and seal the chamber while the stronger steel keeps the head from rupturing. Trm82 said: I have one getting chambered right now in 27 nosler . That bullet offers the best of all worlds, as it will reliably expand at longer ranges when it has slowed down a bit, yet will hold together at woods distances when velocities remain high; it is also respected as a very accurate bullet. In fact, the first time my friend, who is a seasoned shooter himself, shot my 28 Nosler, he got scoped! Mag. of .414 or so, the 210-gr. Thats 1,000 psi less than the little .22/250 Remington. bullets. The problem with the medium magnums (over .30 and less than .375): There are few to choose from, and only the .338 is genuinely popular with a robust selection of loads. Manufacturer #: 61237. Still, any .37-caliber pushing 250- to 300-grain bullets faster than about 2,500 fps is going to lead to copious amounts of skinning and packing. This is, perhaps, one of the worst ways to measure a cartridges suitability for hunting because it doesnt take into account shot placement or bullet design; however, it at least provides some barometer of the cartridges power. Exactly. In 1963, everyone knew the all-American .30/06, so they had a benchmark against which to judge this belted magnum throwing the same familiar bullets 200 fps faster. At Nosler velocities, no elk is going to stop a mono metal bullet. The Nosler version should be even better. Will you be able to handload once-fired cases? In these scenarios, shots are likely to be close and fast, and a bugling bull is pumped with adrenaline. Im not sure if theyve won the contract or if the testing is still underway, but the civilian bolt-action rifle and ammo should become available in 2020. The pieces of the .277 Sig Sauer cartridge are assembled via an internal pressure ring of some kind near the base. In addition to the caliber, Nosler also introduced new 165gr . Because Winchester didnt insist on the caliber being proprietary, anyone could load and chamber for it. Not sure of performance gains or losses between the two. Kevin Steele from Petersen's HUNTING speaks to Jordan Egli of Burris Optics about the all-new Veracity PH Riflescope. Heres how it performed. .308-inch diameter bullet carrying 1,500 ft-lb energy and I doubt theyll notice any difference. You, your kids, and 90 percent of the shooters might love the SIG Cross rifle, in which case the .277 SIG Fury might be your baby. But .300 Win. Well, as the majority of us are primarily deer hunters, and the .270 Winchester handles deer and similar sized game so well, I dont think that will come to pass. With this bullet, each elk dropped in it's tracks with only one shot, all between 100-350 yards away. Given that 1,500 ft-lb is considered elk power, both projectiles are golden. Just make sure you have the best rifle for the terrain you intend to hunt. My thoughts are this, the .25-calibers, limited to 120-grain bullets, are too light for bull elk. A couple of friends swear by the .444 Marlin for hunting elk in oak brush. It usually includes hiking steep country for days with a pack on your back. The 7mm Rem Mag is certainly adequate for any elk, especially with heavier bullets. in a 22-inch barrel. Mag. Yet, for those who enjoy hunting across the continent or the globe, the 27 Nosler makes a very flexible package that can handle deer and black in the forests, yet reach out across a canyon to handle a bull elk, or across the vastness of the tundra when in pursuit of caribou. 28 Nosler/160 AB is a great elk combination. at 3,000 fps. I wanted it to be my hunt the world gun that I could use for hunting everything from wild hog and deer up to elk, wildebeest, waterbuck, and other large-bodied game. As an elk cartridge, the .30-06 still shines. The .30/30, .300 Savage, .30/06, .300 Win. By this measurement, the .28 Nosler is one of the best elk cartridges for long range shooting. Elk wont care one way or the other so long as you use a suitable bullet and park it properly. Both new rounds exceed the ballistics of the old one, but do it in different ways. So, Nosler, a company rooted in tradition but also with an eye to cutting-edge performance, has now turned its attention to the .277 caliber and brought the loading possibilities into the modern era with the introduction of the 27 Nosler. Mag. I have tremendous respect for elk. We have an embarrassment of choices in 7mms, and elk dont like any. I have shot most of my big game with a 270 Win or a 270 WSM. And I write calibers and cartridges because caliber means the diameter of the bore. For 2020, Nosler has chosen to take the venerable 270 caliber to a new level with the introduction of the all-new 27 Nosler. Energy and velocity are more indicators of bullet performance ability, along with penetration at range. Joined Feb 19, 2010 Messages 3,240 Location GODS COUNTRY IDAHO. Jan 29, 2023 #1 need several 100 pieces of 27 nosler brass brand new in box . .280 Ackley Improved. Most 225-grain factory loads are rated 2,750 to 2,800 fps, enough velocity to put about 3,900 ft-lb of energy into that little bullet. And he could get it in affordable rifles from several manufacturers. Here stands the old warrior with its two newest competitors in the rather small .27-caliber world. Nosler has built quite a cartridge family, and it continues to grow. With the right bullet and .308 hunting rifle, the ubiquitous .308 Winchester is more than adequate out to 300 yards where a high B.C. Manufactured by Nosler as part of their Trophy Grade Ammunition lineup and loaded with the legendary Nosler Partition bullet, this is hands down the best 28 Nosler ammo for elk, moose, or bear hunting at shorter ranges. Elk are a big deal because theyre a big deer, and thus require big elk calibers. The axis doe was at the head of herd, and DonDonwho despite his initial impressions made an excellent guidesimply nudged with his bristled chin and said Two-fifty. 30 Nosler cases are preferred if forming 27 Nosler cases because of the similar shoulder dimension. But elk stopping performance typically comes with a price: recoil. Such tools may be infinitely adjustable for precision fit and performance, but Ill walk the woods and get my game with a more classic looking hunting rifle. It delivers greater velocity than even the gargantuan .270 Weatherby. Theyre all proven to kill elk with proper shot placement and are available in rifles you wont mind carrying in the mountains. Fine options include the old .264 Win. Nosler, the world's finest bullets, ammunition, rifles, & brass. Are you concerned about barrel life? With modern loads the .45-70 has 200-yard capability, and no issues about hitting an elk hard enough. Think Remington M700s, Savage M110s, Ruger M77s, and even the Browning Autoloading Rifle. Foot-pounds aside, I think elk-sized animals are better taken with heavier bullets than are essential for your typical deer round. One of the most effective elk calibers available. The SIG Furys is 80,000 psi. The new Sig round is wildly different than any other .270 cartridge because its been chronographed spitting 140-grain .277 bullets 3,000 fps. But that doesnt seem to matter. And youll definitely want to spark those heavy powder charges with a large rifle magnum primer. Winchesters original .270 of 1925 is still embraced as a mild-shooting, flat-shooting, open-country deer cartridge. With such a rifle, we are expecting a shot at less than 100 yards. My impression is that traditionalists will stick with the good old .270 Winchester. One of the main differences between the 26 Nosler vs 28 Nosler is velocity. And it has worked just find on elk, moose, even big brown bears, though most think it waaay too light for that. Just as theres a significant difference between a 22-year-old, 6-foot 4-inch athlete and a 50-year-old, 5-foot 7-inch accountant, theres a huge difference between rolling prairies and 11,000-foot peaks poking above doghair stands of pine and spruce. Wonderful elk cartridge, so is the .325 WSM, but theyre not common. The old archetypical big-timber elk rifle was the Winchester M71 in .348. I want to hit them well, but also hardat any range. I would go with the 28. A .270 Winchester would generate about 20 ft-lbs in the same rifle. They dont start as fast but with better aerodynamics, theyll pass lighter slugs at mid-range, and hit way out there with more authority. I took two black wildebeest with my rifle chambered in .28 Nosler. However, you should be aware that the recoil on a .28 Nosler is not right for all shooters. Quite frankly I was surprised to get that velocity out of the 270 win. Shooters who love the look of AR rifles with folding stocks, adjustable combs and LOP, barrel shrouds, etc. Mag.,) the 27 Nosler should be able to nudge a 165-grain along at 3,100 fps, perhaps 3,150 fps. However, if I had it to do over, Id get a .300 PRC. Mag., and elk hardly know the difference. 7mm Remington Magnu n. 28 . A final consideration these days is availability of guns and ammo. Winchesters original loadings included a 200-grain bullet rated 3,000 fps, a 250-grain at 2,700 fps, and a heavy 300-grain at 2,450 fps from 24-inch barrels. Whats different about the .277 Sig Fury is it gets that 3,000 fps from a 16-inch barrel. bullet makes it easier to hit should you misjudge the range. Look at ammo cost to either buy or reload, whichever you do. All Rights Reserved. If I were planning a rifle elk hunt, these are cartridges and calibers I would consider, across the gamut of elk hunting conditions. I haven't loaded the 27 nosler. Although Ive been shooting all my life, I have to mentally check my shoulder mount before I pull the trigger. Learn More . With a muzzle brake (included with the X-bolt Pro, the gun is quite tolerable. Just $1 per month , Heres a list of some of the most notable cartridges for elk hunting. Is 28 Nosler too much for deer? Personally I find rifle energy a poor measure of killing ability. numbers hitting .590 or so, keep velocities at 3,000 fps with carefully built handloads, and 300-yard drop is only 2.3 inches, wind deflection 4.7 inches, retained energy 2,700 ft-lb. (Although a fan of Nosler bullets, I do NOT like the ballistic tips for big game), Trophy Bonded, Hornaday's, Barnes X's, Silvertips and Rem Core-lokts. Mag., .270 WSM, and 27 Nosler step it up a few notches, and the 6.8 Western with its fast twist barrels nudges bullet weights to the upper end of the 7mm line up. The energy number does not matter. will kick with 29.3 ft-lb, and the 300 will slap you with 37 ft-lb. .662) already on dealer shelves. But I still dont consider them a top pick for elk just because, well, larger calibers provide a slight edge. But if youre going to this narrow caliber, choose one with more velocity than the Creedmoor. We manufacture Partition, AccuBond, E-Tip, Ballistic Tip, Custom Competition and much more. The .338 Win. Hunting elk is hard work. Faster models like .270 Wby. Give a Gift Any rifle/cartridge adequate for elk at long range is also adequate up close, but my concept of a thick-cover elk rifle uses a heavy, large-diameter bullet, without concern for flat trajectory or extreme velocity. The . Mag. You might want to grab yourself a 27 Nosler unless. With 7mm bullets now up to 195 grains, I would barrel it with 1:8 twist, vice the old 1:9 7mm twist. The 27 Nosler case has 42% more case capacity than the 270 Winchester, 25% more than the 270 WSM and 12.5% more than the 270 Weatherby. can be laid at the feet of the shooter or the bullet used. A high B.C. Once you start reaching out there, the 28 Nosler really shines. Mag. (Or you can just stalk closer and to heck with pushing the envelope. The .280 Ackley Improved is hot these days, flying about 100 fps behind the 7mm Rem. Short action chamberings are likely to be in shorter, lighter rifles, so instead of a .338 Win. As is a high energy bullet that blows up upon impact at close range. Nosler has introduced the 27 Nosler, a 27-caliber cartridge based on the fat .404 Jeffery case, same as the .30, .28, and .26 Noslers. To stabilize the new, high B.C. The .27 Nosler works with a larger powder reservoir. but it is not a 1,000. yard Elk rifle it requires skill. Looking for previous installments of our "Behind the Bullet" series? This list of the best cartridges for elk hunting starts with the welterweights and moves up to the heavy hitters. #20. Publisher, Kevin Steele is with Brett Marquardt from Streamlight Inc. discussing the new Streamlight Pro Tac 2.0, the latest edition in the Pro Tac series. With these two cartridges coming on line, our .270 selection has just grown from four members to six: 6.8mm Remington SPC, .270 Winchester, .270 WSM, and .270 Wby. In this article, Ill cover the pros and cons Ive found with shooting the .28 Nosler on my recent big game hunting adventures. 28 Nosler is a one and done for everything on NA. Introducing the Veracity PH from Burris, the perfect combination of reliability, quality, and technology delivering a simple aiming solutiona tool for the hunter that just works. I could go for one of the several faster .33s, but Ive tried most of them. Unless Sig Sauers new .277 SIG Fury is more your style. Benefits of the .28 Nosler. Mag. Unless you work with a custom gun builder and handload, study factory options before choosing. Consequently, it is not surprising that the bullet did not pass through. Again, bullet weight. There have been other .270s, like the .270 Weatherby Magnum, and Winchesters own .270 WSM, but they have maintained the same 1:10-inch twist rate of the .270 Winchester, and use the same projectile weights. Choosing one of them comes down to personal preference and the kinds of rifles one likes to carry. Modern 6.5s, whether slow like the Creedmoor or fast like the PRC, are limited to 140-grain bullets, also light for elk-sized animals. Traditional .270s are limited by 1:10 rifling twist to 150-grain bullets.
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