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I’m in the same boat. For the last few years I’ve been really wanting a 7mm-08. But I already have a .308 Win and a 7mm Rem Mag. So far I have resisted the urge, but I’m getting weaker!
 
IMO your gap is between the 270 and big bore, not the other way. I think a 300 wsm would be a good choice.

If you are open to a lever action, a Browning BLR 300wsm has a lot of firepower and weighs 6 3/4 pounds bare rifle. Also, the X bolt in standard wood or Medallion weighs the same. You put a 12oz scope on it and not get too crazy with rings/mounts and you are looking at sub 8 pounds. A nice handy weight for a hard hitter
@Dr Ray I agree with @curtism1234.
I have had a Kimber 8400 300WSM for many years. I am packing it for a return to Africa next week. It is a wonderful rifle. Very easy on the shoulder, easy to carry and points like my finger. It is my favorite out of my safe. All that and a great looking rifle as well.
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I’m in the same boat. For the last few years I’ve been really wanting a 7mm-08. But I already have a .308 Win and a 7mm Rem Mag. So far I have resisted the urge, but I’m getting weaker!
The only reason the 7mm-08 exists is for those countries (I'm looking at you, France and Belgium) where it is forbidden to possess a rifle chambered in a military caliber. Neck down a 7.62X51 to 7X51, and suddenly, making no real difference at all, you have a "legal" rifle. So unless you need to, why would you?
 
JMO Dr Ray, but I think you should just get out and shoot what you’ve got! It’s a pretty well rounded battery.
Remember the old saying “Beware the man with only one gun, because he likely knows how to shoot it.”

I know but I guess I would just want another
 
The only reason the 7mm-08 exists is for those countries (I'm looking at you, France and Belgium) where it is forbidden to possess a rifle chambered in a military caliber. Neck down a 7.62X51 to 7X51, and suddenly, making no real difference at all, you have a "legal" rifle. So unless you need to, why would you?
I guess for the same reason that @Dr Ray gave in post #25.
 
I’m a great fan of the 7mm/08 but it too would be close to the .270.
It’s synthetic, but I have a Kimber Montana in .257 Roberts. Light and still light recoiling; just get it in the wood stocked Classic.
The Ruger Hawkeye Laminate Compact would make a sweet little short barreled rifle. I believe it’s chambered in Bob Nelson’s favorite: .243 and the 7mm/08 and .308.
 
I have a 22/250 and 270
And numerous bigger calibers
I’m only small so looking a Kimber 84
Which is a fairly light rifle
I do not want a synthetic stock
Choice is Kimber or Sako

I’m looking for suggestions that would fit somewhere in the 22/250 270 300 range (I think)that I have

Any suggestions!????
@Dr Ray
There is only to choose from mate the 25/06 or the 280AI. Either will do nicely and both are available in the Kimber.
Bob
 
My problem is I have a 270 and a 300 Winchester magnum,
I still do not know what to get.
Bob Nelson won’t be impressed but I was considering the 243 in Kimber.
Action Bob suggested in another post that I should consider the 6.5x55.
Is the 6.5 reasonably close to the 270??
I noticed a fair number of these caliber rifles in the local gun shop (previously I never saw any)

So I guess I’m asking about the above cartridges/rifles.
@Dr Ray
It's your boat If'n you want to be disappointed get a 243 but everyone I've spoken to is happy with the 6.5x55.
The Roberts is a great caliber but needs hand loading to bring out its full potential. 85 grain balistic tip for long range wild dogs and the 100gn ttsx for everything else.
Bob
 
Dr. Ray, a 6.5 x 55 Swede in a Ramline stock makes a great lighter weight rifle. That in fact is how my first Swede was / is configured. The long for caliber bullet punches way above its' weight.
 
I’m in the same boat. For the last few years I’ve been really wanting a 7mm-08. But I already have a .308 Win and a 7mm Rem Mag. So far I have resisted the urge, but I’m getting weaker!

Give in, go to the light.
Horses for courses just buy the 7-08 chambered rifle in in a different configuration. Maybe it's a short handy brush rifle for Whitetail or its in a Mountain rifle configuration, find a void in your line up and have that 7mm-08.



The only reason the 7mm-08 exists is for those countries (I'm looking at you, France and Belgium) where it is forbidden to possess a rifle chambered in a military caliber. Neck down a 7.62X51 to 7X51, and suddenly, making no real difference at all, you have a "legal" rifle. So unless you need to, why would you?

I've heard about some countries having those bans but I'm sure the evolution of the 7mm-08 and others comes from someone wanting to build a better mousetrap or wanting something different or unique because they have an idea of the "Ideal" or have the knowledge to develop as something of their own design.

Manufacturer s want a niche market and a place on the market.

Some shooters want variety, collections or a cartridge with certain characteristics for performance or ballistics. .

Most of us could do most of what we need with a .223 and .308 in Australia maybe add a .22and a 12 gauge. but it's nice to have options or tailor something to suit the purpose.
 
Give in, go to the light.
Horses for courses just buy the 7-08 chambered rifle in in a different configuration. Maybe it's a short handy brush rifle for Whitetail or its in a Mountain rifle configuration, find a void in your line up and have that 7mm-08.





I've heard about some countries having those bans but I'm sure the evolution of the 7mm-08 and others comes from someone wanting to build a better mousetrap or wanting something different or unique because they have an idea of the "Ideal" or have the knowledge to develop as something of their own design.

Manufacturer s want a niche market and a place on the market.

Some shooters want variety, collections or a cartridge with certain characteristics for performance or ballistics. .

Most of us could do most of what we need with a .223 and .308 in Australia maybe add a .22and a 12 gauge. but it's nice to have options or tailor something to suit the purpose.
@CBH Australia
Chris I think I have the bases covered with the Hornet, 25 and 35 along with my bolt action 12 gauge.
The Hornet loaded with the 22wmr 40 grain hollow points at the s a me speed as the magnum are great and cheaper to run than the 22 mag.
Bob
 
@CBH Australia
Chris I think I have the bases covered with the Hornet, 25 and 35 along with my bolt action 12 gauge.
The Hornet loaded with the 22wmr 40 grain hollow points at the s a me speed as the magnum are great and cheaper to run than the 22 mag.
Bob

I was seeking encouragement to buy another that I don’t need but .. come on
Encourage me
 
I was seeking encouragement to buy another that I don’t need but .. come on
Encourage me
@Dr Ray
You don't need encouragement, you don't need another rifle BUT YOU WANT ONE SO JUST GO AND BY IT. Life is to short to be indecisive.
Bob
 
@Dr Ray
You don't need encouragement, you don't need another rifle BUT YOU WANT ONE SO JUST GO AND BY IT. Life is to short to be indecisive.
Bob
I Fully agree with Bob.
Life can be much too short. And in the big picture, the price of most using firearms is a relatively small investment in potential pleasure.
 

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