low recoil, BIG punch

[Brithunter]

Hi All,

Mauser has bullet weights up to 154 gr and 160 gr. loadings the last time I looked (some years back)

The original and standard weight of bullet for the 7mm Mauser was 173 grains and it's still available. heck even remington make a 173 grn bulelt for handloading although it's of a spitzer style rather than round nose like the original. Not sure who loads this weight in the US but RWS certainly does in their H-Mantle range and it's a really effective round. I would be surprised if Norma didn't offer a 173 grain load as well.

I think something like a 7mm Mauser would be excellent as would the 6.5x55 and dependign on bulelt weight and velocity the .308 is not to be sneezed at. In fact for deer the 125 grain factory loads would be fine at sensible ranges and a 165 grain laod for bear once he has got used to the rifle and recoil. Too much bench shooting where recoil is felt more is a mistake plus you need to practice field positions when shooting.