bushmantim
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I have been considering the purchase of a Sako Finnlight chambered in 270 WSM for hunting the mountains of NZ with the view that I would also take this rifle to Africa, but reading the related threads here many suggest that the smaller calibres are unsuitable for the larger species of plains game.
Also in my arsenal are custom rifles that may be more suitable: a Model 70 in 338-06, a remington 700 in 7-08, and a Ruger No.1 in 9.3X64 brenneke.
The first 2 rifles mentioned are unsuitable for climbing around NZ as they are heavy, long barreled rigs (26" & 24" respectively, and around 10lbs). They have been built like this for culling at various ranges, thin whippy barrels are unsuitable for lots of repeat shots in the high temps we have here, I'm sure you'd agree?!
My Ruger No.1 & 338-06 would seem suitable, but my concern would be the availability of ammunition should my handloads not make it to Africa with me.
Your thoughts on my deliberations are welcomed please
Also in my arsenal are custom rifles that may be more suitable: a Model 70 in 338-06, a remington 700 in 7-08, and a Ruger No.1 in 9.3X64 brenneke.
The first 2 rifles mentioned are unsuitable for climbing around NZ as they are heavy, long barreled rigs (26" & 24" respectively, and around 10lbs). They have been built like this for culling at various ranges, thin whippy barrels are unsuitable for lots of repeat shots in the high temps we have here, I'm sure you'd agree?!
My Ruger No.1 & 338-06 would seem suitable, but my concern would be the availability of ammunition should my handloads not make it to Africa with me.
Your thoughts on my deliberations are welcomed please
