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My close friend and hunting buddy has found the love of hunting mule deer and elk in Colorado. He can only afford to own one hunting rifle for both species and has a total budget of $800-$1100 (rifle and scope). He is leaning towards a .270 or 30.06, but has an open mind for other calibers. He does not like heavy recoil (who does) has he wants some range time between seasons. He is looking for suggestions for rifle and caliber. Most shots are between 150-300 yards. I've suggested the following: Browning XBolt .270 w/Leupold 3x9x40 VXII Marlin XL7 25-06/.270/30.06 and spend more on optics (but he prefers a detachable magazine) Your input is highly appreciated, as what counts most is feedback from actual users.

from Bull Elk on 10.29.12

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whats the difference between 308win,30-06,300win,

from Luther Dansby on 9.15.12

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A friend of mine got drawn in for an elk tag in Oklahoma. He wants to use a 30/06. Should he go 165 grain or 180 grain bullet.

from Flatbed on 7.11.12

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What is the best state to hunt elk in.

from J.Pfeuffer on 2.27.12

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So I am trying to change my user name to the one I use on F&S but it wont let me, any advice?

from X2DKkiller on 1.23.12

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Getting a new Ruger M77 Hawkeye in a .308. Love to deer hunt, but might also get the chance to elk hunt in the future. Anyone know how the .308 takes on elk? Or should I bring along something bigger? Thanx

from jag21 on 1.10.12

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whats the odds of finding 2 bullets in a elk

from Kbirnel on 1.7.12

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Ive been hunting elk during our late archery season for the last week. Im not seeing many elk. Would the fact that it hasnt snowed a lot yet have anything to do with it?

from Wilkikyl on 11.26.11

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I cant wait for late archery elk season this Wednesday. How about you, are you ready for late seasons where you are at?

from Wilkikyl on 11.20.11

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In preparation for a possible bull elk hunt next year, I am eyeing a purchase of a rifle that has spiral fluting on the bolt. However, I am questioning whether or not dirt, mud, or snow will gradually roll down the fluted portion of the bolt and bleed into the chamber/receiver area and cause problems. Is it possible that this can occur or not? When it comes to prime time - I want no malfunctions. Thank you and best wishes, Randy Gray

from husker7 on 11.19.11

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