I am truly amazed at the number of replies and welcomes that I have received! Thank you all!
I wanted to provide an update on what I have decided on and post a couple of pictures, as well. I have decided to go with 7x57. I have actually wanted one for a few years but wanted to be open minded to...
I have considered 308 because it is easy to find at the moment. 270 would be a good option, too. I don't reload but I'm not opposed to starting. However, I would probably get my feet wet on a common caliber that I can find help with easily. Then, move to reloading something that is less common...
The recoil is more than I am looking for in this build. That round is something I can keep in mind for a future build, though. My wife and I want to go to Alaska sometime. She just wants to visit. I want to hunt.
Thank you all for your comments! I hope that this answers your questions and maybe you can help answer mine.
I was recently blessed with an FN Mauser standard length action. My parameters for choosing an appropriate caliber:
1. suitable for whitetail deer regardless of size
2. low to mid range...
I'm from Laclede County, Missouri. I have been reading threads on this forum about Mausers and their associated calibers because I am about to build on a Mauser action. I currently trying to decide on the best caliber for me. I've found a lot of knowledge and experience on here. Take care and...
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