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Huh.... Gibo isnt the 260 obsolete now? Thought the creedmoor was where it's at....? :ORLY:

7.62 I think you are right, hummed and arhh'd at the time about chopping the 308 from 20". I always regretted it slightly, was truely versatile in that format.

Regarding the 280... you maybe...

Just been looking at the 7mm08 load data using 150gr projectiles and RE17.... could be a very interesting step up if the accuracy and claimed velocity gains are true.

Haha true gibo! will having a 280 retain any of my manliness? Or do I need a .30cal to feel complete? ;)

Dama dama 7mm08 load was 139 SST with full load of 2208 (unknown velocity), 308 was the 150 BT's with 2206H. Both stupidly accurate!

Im thinking as an all rounder for my needs the 7mm08 wins,...

Flyblown makes alot of sense. Never have run 165's in my 308 but have taken game out to 350m and punched paper to about 450 with 150gr (was still sub MOA at 450).

Curious as to your reasoning to...

William that is a very valid point. I guess by reloading we can stretch the envelope somewhat however.

stagstalker what was the load details for your eld-x load if you dont mind me asking?

So shot both rifles today. Both comfortably shoot sub MOA. The 7mm08 was a recent acquisition simply to get the scope (vx5hd). The plan was to flick the 7mm off and put the vx5 on the bushpig to have...

Nicely done!

Tried the 125AB's and wasn't to impressed (going 3k tho). I know plenty of folks rate them. 150BTs for me in the 308.

I do come from Scottish heritage.... hope your not calling a kilt a dress!;)

Dama dama good question! Would simplify things! The 280 has its place I think though. That place is in open country! 24" barrel rifle feels like carrying a fly rod about after the bushpig. But...

winaa that is interesting! Can get about 2700ish with 150gr in the 308. But if I can do that with the 7mm 150gr eldx you get a step up in bc for longer range stuff.

Unfortunately a hardy sup so can't increase baffles

Think you are probably right, very little in it! 7mm is fractionally more efficient than the 308 @ 16" but not much in it! Hmmmmm

150eld-x could potentially be a do it all load if I can push...

Righto, Trying to do some rationalisation of the collection.

Design brief: All purpose hunting rifle (deer, tahr etc), bush, broken scrubby country and tussock tops. Will be the rifle that i use...