My current choice is a Weatherby vanguard with a luepold 3xi 3.5-10 cds. I have both cartridges and love them both. I have both 25-06 and 7mm08. Even at 500 yards the GMX retains nearly 2000 fps and 1,042 ft.-lbs. I'll be hunting here in California so the majority of my hunting will be rolling foothills and some mountains going after deer and hogs mainly with the chance at black bears as well. Anyone else go "old school" on their bow. Hornady 143-grain Precision Hunter ELD-XFeaturing Hornady’s new Heat Shield tip, ELD-X bullets come in the Precision Hunter line and deliver match-grade accuracy out to serious range. Nosler 120-grain E-TipFor those who prefer or are required to use lead-free projectiles, Nosler’s 120-grain E-Tip is an excellent option. Complete .308 Winchester ammunition ballistics Chart. box; hornady.com. Federal Premium 135-grain Berger Hybrid HunterA favorite among reloaders and long-range enthusiasts, Berger bullets have found a home in Federal Premium ammunition. And while it is great at long range, the ELD-X is designed to expand reliably up close, too. Many Western hunters and guides continue to sing its praises as the Creedmoor has successfully taken big-bodied bulls. The boattail design and polymer tip also make the E-Tip a great choice for long range enthusiasts. Regarding 25-06 being “efficient”, as I have seen the term used, 7mm08 is “more efficient” as efficiency typically is energy vs powder burned and for equivalent performance at 300y the 7mm08 burns significantly less powder. by Eric Conn - If I need to hunt all 6 with one I pick 7mm08. While it would be tough to choose between them, I think I'd ultuimatly choose the 7/08 over a quarterbore for a multi-purpose huntin rifle. Barnes TSX/TTSX If you like the monometal bullet designs, it’s hard to beat a Barnes. However, lightly constructed bullets designed for varmint hunting (like the Hornady V-Max, Nosler Varmageddon, and Winchester Varmint X) are most common with the .223 Remington. Nickel-plated cases are corrosion resistant and waterproofed for high moisture environments. A 6.5-06 might have gotten my vote though. E-TIP (sans plomb) SOLID (sans plomb et blindé) Quand sous la marque RWS, NORMA, WINCHESTER, etc, vous voyez l’un de ces noms, cela signifie que NOSLER a fourni les ogives au fabricants. I doubt you'd be disappointed by either, but I've owned both and I favor the 7-08. It’s essentially a 25-06 with vastly superior bullet options. Norma 130-grain Swift Scirocco IIA tried and true design among serious elk hunters, Swift’s Scirocco II features a copper jacket and bonded lead core with a polymer Black Tip that aids in expansion and reduces air resistance when the bullet is in flight. He seems to know his stuff and I would trust his recommendations. The 25-06 is a fun round, but too light for larger game, imo. C’est un gage de qualité. The 127-grain LRX bullet leaves the muzzle at 2825 fps with 2,251 ft.-lbs. That same set of features makes it an exceptional choice for big-game hunters, especially those who want a mild recoiling round that can stretch the distance if necessary. of energy. With the right bullet there are very few game animals that will walk away from a well placed .25 caliber bullet, my vote would be the 25-06 or if you want to spice things up a bit the 257 weatherby, I have a 7-08 and love it. Its trivial but if you plan on hiking and going up mountains the 7mm-08 with its shorter case and chamber dimensions is gonna save you a few ounces. Privacy Policy   •   Contact Us   •   Warnings   •   FAQs   •  © 2021 National Rifle Association of America, Remington Model 700 American Hunter Rifle Project, Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. 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I'd listen to Ben Lamb. Featuring the 120-grain, monometal bullet with cavity and polymer tip, the GMX provides uniform, controlled expansion, as well as deep penetration and 95 percent or better weight retention. You must log in or register to reply here. 5. Norma’s 6.5 Creedmoor variant comes in at 130 grains and produces 2789 fps from the muzzle with 2,239 ft.-lbs. If that is the case, I would go with the 7-08. Capable of 3020 fps from the barrel with 2,430 ft.-lbs. 7mm - 08... 7-08 is a pretty clear winner here. box; barnesbullets.com. 1. box; barnesbullets.com. 3. Especially out to medium ranges, Berger bullets are known for devastating expansion and a total knockout. 7. If I were in your shoes, I'd pick the 7-08. The 140 grain Barnes TTSX or Nosler E-tip is all the bullet you'll need for hunting needs. I bought a pound of RL15 but never bothered to open it once I saw these groups. Barnes VOR-TX. 2950 fps in shorter barrel. Every brand we have tried seems to group well in the 7-08 guns. of energy, a well-placed shot with the TTSX will drop even the toughest beast. 5. Great at close or long range, the AccuBond has proven itself capable of delivering deep penetration and weight retention on every continent from North America to Africa. Federal pairs the Berger Hybrid Hunter copper jacketed cup and core bullet with highly consistent loadings and reliable primers to produce an accurate, lethal round at any distance. In corners of the country, lead ammunition is verboten. Thank goodness, monumental projectiles have come into their own, not to mention gotten a bit more affordable. Get the American Hunter Insider newsletter for at-a-glance access to industry news, gear, gun reviews, videos and more—delivered directly to your Inbox. Some bullets (like the Hornady GMX and the Nosler E-Tip) are available for both cartridges. nosler.com. Plomb conventionnel avec ou sans chemise; NOSLER ou noyau fusionné et/ou soudé à la chemise. 43.5 gr Varget with 120gr TTSX in Savage 16. Joined Aug 2, 2017 Messages 6,367 Location Twin Cities. The 125 nosler ballistic tip has earned a good following. Nosler 40393 E-Tip 9.3mmx62 Mauser 250 gr E-Tip Lead-Free 20 Bx/ 10 Cs : $10.03/rd $200.52: In Stock 16d ago 26m ago ... Barnes Bullets 22017 VOR-TX Safari 416 Rem Mag 400 gr TSX Flat Base 20 Bx/ 10 Cs : $17.45/rd $349.08: In Stock 16d ago 26m ago Barnes 127-grain VOR-TX LRBuilt for extreme distances, Barnes VOR-TX LR loads are optimized for better flight characteristics and feature a nose cavity and polymer tip that aid in devastating, rapid expansion on target. I also have a .257 Weatherby Mag as my open country gun. MSRP: $39.45 per 20-rnd. box; norma-ammunition.com. box; nosler.com. The hollowpoint TSX and the polymer-tipped TTSX certainly hit hard and penetrate deep, often giving complete pass-throughs. SIG Sauer 130-grain Elite Hunter TippedWith a concentric, blackened jacked that delivers what SIG calls explosive expansion, the 130-grain Elite Hunter Tipped is designed for deer- to elk-sized game at extended ranges. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Constructed much like the classic Nosler Partition, it boasts bonding to reduce the risk of … First developed by the team at Hornady, the 6.5 became the go-to cartridge among competitive long-range shooters. box; nosler.com. Compare all .308 ammunition manufacturers on one easy to read chart. Highly accurate and tough enough to handle thick shoulders and hide while delivering massive trauma, Norma’s Scirocco II loading is a big-game hunter’s dream come true. This equals muey bueno groups and nearly matches the factory Barnes velocity while giving me better groups and saving me $15/box. Just way more ammo on the market with more selection. Tuesday, December 24, 2019. of energy, and the solid copper design allows for maximum penetration and massive wound channels. Capable of reaching 2910 fps from the barrel with 2,257 ft.-lbs. box; federalpremium.com. Planning for my first big game rifle. Nosler 140-grain AccuBond Trophy GradeFor many elk, moose, and big game hunters, Nosler’s AccuBond has been the gold standard for ruggedly built bonded bullets for years. MSRP: $36.99 per 20-rnd. Try the 120gr Barnes SST or the 120 gr Nosler BT loads from Alexander Arms. The Barnes SST will most certainly exit, and reliably gives outstanding results. The Nosler Ballistic tip has a strong reputation for expanding reliably at lower velocities (longer ranges) but … Feb 3, 2021 #2 Barnes lrx are in stock right now on midway. Ben Lamb said: 6.5cm seems similar to the benefits of 25-06 with much better ammo availability with it's recent popularity. MSRP: $47.99 per 20-rnd. 7/08 would have my vote. of energy, more than enough stopping power for big game. Whether you’re looking to drop big bodied mule deer or elk, Elite Hunter Tipped is an exceptional choice. Plusieurs catégories de balles. Great ammo selection & gives you room to move up to elk & moose. It may not display this or other websites correctly. 9. The yellow-tipped bullet and boattail design offer superior flight characteristics, while a nickel-plated case provides anti-corrosive qualities and reliable extraction. MSRP: $37.99 per 20-rnd. Were I being objective I'd most likely go with the 7-08...but I can't do that, it'd be the 25-06 for me for your expressed applications...and I've had em both. Is 7mm-08 ammo easy to get in normal times? Keep in mine that some States have a minimum caliber size for elk. Cannot go wrong and it sounds like you are possibly going after elk in your future. of energy. Featuring long, sleek bullets with high BCs, the Creedmoor cartridge fits in a short-action rifle but is capable of tremendous performance at distances up to and beyond 1,000 yards. The barnes black tip 110 gr over a stout load of H110 or lilgun will get you to 200 yards easily. The 125 gr hornady SST over lilgun is an excellent performer as well. The 140 grain Barnes TTSX or Nosler E-tip is all the bullet you'll need for hunting needs. Jul 9, 2019 #3 VikingsGuy Well-known member. MSRP: $35.99 per 20-rnd. Same with the 100 grain cutting edge raptor (my current favorite). JavaScript is disabled. Since its introduction in 2007, the 6.5 Creedmoor has been one of the hottest-selling cartridges in the firearms industry. Barnes .264 120 ttsx Nosler .264 120 e tip Barnes 7mm 145 lrx Or will sell for $110 shipped . MSRP: $36.99 per 20-rnd. The 25-06 is a cool round, but I would think the bullet availability and selection of the 7/08 would be more versatile. 4. We have updated our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy as of May 5th, 2020. Reactions: Durango Mike, Dougfirtree, 7mm08mo and 8 others. Many bullet styles are available in .254 caliber, including Barnes LRX, the Hornady ELD-X, TAC-X, TSX, TTSX, V-Max, the Nosler AccuBond, InterLock, A-Frame, Remington Core Lokt, GMX, AccuBond Long Range, E-Tip, SST, Ballistic Tip, InterBond Swift Scirocco and more. A buddy has a little more difficulty in finding non toxic ammo for his 25-06 that groups well. An OD Green tip initiates expansion while still delivering impressive penetration, while an E2 (Energy expansion) cavity means you get reliable expansion near or far and across various velocities. The 6.5 Creedmoor load is 143 grains and leaves the barrel at 2700 fps with 2,315 ft.-lbs. Second only to the Barnes TTSX at retaining weight, the Swift A-Frame hits like a Louisville Slugger, penetrates like a depth charge and kills extraordinarily well. Others will disagree. IMO. Most of the highly regarded bullet types specifically designed for big game hunting are available in those three cartridges as well like the Barnes TTSX, the Hornady ELD-X, GMX, InterLock, and SST, the Nosler AccuBond, E-Tip, and Partition, the Remington Core Lokt, and the Winchester Power Point. Distances would be 100-400 yards. Barnes’ testing shows that LR bullets perform exceptionally well from close range to distances in excess of 700 yards. I'd choose the 7mm-08 as well, we too have 2 of them in the house (Mines a Win M70 Classic and my gf has a Savage 11 hunter) and they're both great shooters with their preferred ammo. We have 2 rifles in 7-08 in the family and they are both very accurate with factory non toxic ammo. AkBirder300 Well-Known Member. Joined Jan 23, 2020 Messages 75 Location Alaska. of energy, the Creedmoor is fully capable of taking down big-game species from antelope and deer to elk and moose. If its really a coin flip, go with the lighter option. The 6.5 Creedmoor Trophy Grade load comes in a 140-grain variant that is lethal for deer, elk, moose and bear. 8. That said, it’s important to select the right bullet for big-bodied game. The copper jacket and bonded lead core come in a boattail design and feature a white polymer tip for rapid, reliable expansion and better accuracy. A leader in this corner of the market, Barnes offers a top-shelf hunting option for the .30-06 Springfield topped with its TTSX bullet. lb Muzzle Velocity ft/sec. For the given distances and game you are pursuing, I'd take the 7mm-08. Barnes 120-grain VOR-TX TTSXHaving made a name for itself over the last few decades as a premier solid copper bullet manufacturer, Barnes continues to impress shooters with its fully loaded factory ammunition. Hornady Outfitter 120-grain GMX When penetration on tough game is an absolute must, Hornady’s GMX bullet in its Outfitter line is built to deliver. An OD Green tip initiates expansion while still delivering impressive penetration, while an E 2 (Energy expansion) cavity means you get reliable expansion near or far and across various velocities. 6. Thanks for all the input guys, 7mm-08 looks like a better choice for ammo availability and bigger game potential. MSRP: $39.99 per 20-rnd. Perfect for punching through tough shoulders, thick hide, and sturdy bones, Barnes’ VOR-TX TTSX comes in a 120-grain bullet weight and features a monometal design with polymer tip for aided expansion and improved ballistics at greater distances. The other benefit is a shorter action and lighter weight in the rifle. MSRP: $36.99 per 20-rnd. box; sigsauer.com. box; hornady.com. Here’s a look at seven of the best big game loads for the 6.5 Creedmoor. Barnes 120-grain VOR-TX TTSX ... Nosler’s 120-grain E-Tip is an excellent option. 30-06 Springfield: Barnes TTSX: 168: 3356: 3000: 30-06 Springfield With only those two options I go with 25-06 for pronghorn and mule deer; 7mm08 for hogs, white tail deer, black bear, elk and moose. MSRP: $36.95 per 20-rnd.