308 and 270 for first trip

[Mekaniks]

The 308 I wanted to use to take Red Stags in the UK. I also am very keen to get out to the Alps to try my hand at Chamois. Was told that it was more likely that they would have to be taken at longer distance, hence why I thought the 270 would be flatter over that distance.
In hindsight, I should have applied for a 30 06 instead of the 270 though tbh I've read so many great comments from the US forums on the 270 I just have to give it a go

They are both great calibers. You will be very happy with them. Have fun!!!

 

[lcq]

The range of your shots will depend on if you are sitting in a stand, if you are spot and stalk and the type of country you are in. It will also depend on your abilities. I doubt the PH will ask you to take 300+ yard shots if you are not able to be sure of a clean kill. You need to talk to the PH about your limits.

When we were there the other guy in can was given all shot under 50-100 yards....And he could not make many of those.
My first shot was 235 yards and a bit difficult. It turned out to be a one shot, dead in place deal. So the PH kept giving me longer shots. I finally asked about it and he said I was such a good shot he wanted to challenge me. When I took my Kudu at a measured 480 yards with one shot I told him that was about as far as I wanted to shoot and he then kept shots at under 450 and usually 400 yards. But it was ok with me as I was shooting good and enjoying it.

The point is I am sure the PH will provide shots you feel you can take.

Unless I'm prone I just don't feel I'm good enough from a field position to make the long shots. It would be great if I could get to your level. Mostly my fault for doing nothing but long range work prone and bipod. Time to practice field positions