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Originally posted by Fish Stalker:
I bought the .270 WSM and LOVE IT! I wouldnt trade it for any other rifle. it seems to have all of the right stuff you would want in a great all around gun for around here...in my opinion that is, and to add about that .338 that is overkill for around here, I understand if all you hunt is moose and elk and bear but for a deer at 75-200 yrds thats just too much energy.
But whatever works for you.
Is there such a thing as too dead? IMO a .338 is a better choice than a .270WSM for shots less than 200yds. The .338 uses bullets designed for game heavier than deer,and typically leaves less bloodshot meat than a lighter,faster bullet like the WSMs use.