Member. The .30-06 Springfield is perhaps a contender, because of all of its versatility, with the .300 Winchester Magnum on the short side of the spectrum as the most versatile cartridge in history for American sport shooters and hunters. When my primary job was delivering newspapers via bicycle, the gun writers of the world suggested 150-grain spitzers for deer, 180s for elk and roundnose 220-grain bullets for really big animals like moose and brown bears. In the Interior, where Alaska moose hunting happens in more open country, some flavor of .300 is perhaps the odds on favorite for a “one rifle” solution among resident hunters. vs. .30-06 vs. .416 Rem. Some devotees go overboard. that being said, i shot a moose @ 378 yrds in AK. Mag. Post Cancel. It’s been said that it can reliably take on a grizzly bear out to around 200 yards, and moose out to 400 yards. If I get another chance my .375 H&H will likely get used. Dec 19, 2019 #21 T. tater Senior Member. Moose harvested with a rifle chambered in .30-06 Stepping up slightly to the .300 magnums gets you in better territory with a bit more velocity, a bit better trajectory and a bit more energy. Jul 22, 2016 #20 F. fetter66 New member . with the bullets Michael reccomended. The .30-06 has spawned the most versatile cartridge line up in history. I only recovered one, and it looked like one out of a magazine ad. Hunting a Moose with a 30-06 would go with 200gr or heavier bullet. A good premium bullet would hate to hear you lost it, would be ready for a second shot if needed..... Jun 23, 2013 #21 R. roninflag Well-Known Member. Comment. Latest. Penetration and destroying vital tissue counts on moose (even cows). you must be getting pumped. There is little a hunter cannot do with any .30-06 based round, expect perhaps take Africa’s Big Five. If I can hit a vital spot at 10 ft the 30-06 will also do the job. A moose-hunting veteran looks at the attributes and shortcomings of three popular rifle calibers. I would get a Ruger M77 mark 2 in a 300 win. The last grizz I skinned had a hide thinner than a moose and lung tissue is, well, lung tissue, it ain't steel plated on bears!!! I have used 220 gr loads for the 06 and took some monster bull moose here in Alaska and my first brown bear was taken with that round. Oh sure people use the .270 for elk but they limit themselves by doing so. 30-06 it is. I've taken 2 moose and an elk with my .30-06 and 165 grain Interbonds (factory loads). October 21, 2019. Will this expand too quickly for moose? Most data shows the 30-06 is best with the 165 grainers and that should be all you need for an animal the size of an elk, moose, or caribou. The 300 Win. 30-06 Springfield rifles are usually much less expensive than any super magnum. i wish i had a trip planned this year. I am looking for a Kick *** Moose, Elk, and Bear load for 30-06 with a max shot of about 300 yards. The native hunters up there probably aren't using anything flatter or more complicated. Is there anything that would hit harder or be a better choice than the 180 or 220 Round Nose? Doest anyone have any experience with the sst? I live in Alaska. I kid you not." It adds flat trajectory for long range potential. Joined Feb 27, 2006 Messages 3,248 Location az. i think they were about $1 each shell for my 300 Win mag. Good or bad? More Guns. Moose Gun Face-Off: .243 Win. Learn to shoot, place your shot, pass on marginal shots, and a 06 will be fine. This will be a gun for moose only. Heck, I bet may are still using surplus .303's and the like. i would have to use my M1 Garand. Jun 22, 2013 #14 5. SHOPPING Best 30 06 Ammo For Moose And Best 30 06 Ammo For The Money Best 30 06 Ammo For Moose And Best 30 06 Ammo For The Money Reviews : If you're looking for A 220 grain .30-06 round has an average velocity of 2,500 fps, and an energy output of 3,036 ft/lb. 30 06 Ammo For Moose Hunting And 300 Blackout 147 Grain Ammo Where to buy 2019 Ads, Deals and Sales. Every time I hear someone talk this way about a 30-06 it is because they would like for people to sell them, that way they could find one;a real good deal for themselves! Joined Jul 11, 2016 Messages 5. Too big? The 30-06 Springfield has probably toppled as many North American moose (including my first two) as any other 30-caliber, but the shorter 308 Win. But all in all, the hundred-year old '06 has captured fans worldwide from its birth in 1903 as the .30-03 Springfield. #1 Best 30 06 Ammo For Moose - Best 38 Ammo For Snub Nose ... get reduced This sweet spot is a huge part of why the .30-06 has remained so successful over the years as a hunting round. Joined Dec 9, 2012 Messages 307 Location BC. Supposedly, the .30-06 is very versatile because of its bullet selection. Considering North American big game only, the 7mm Remington Magnum may win the horse race by a nose. I hunt for Moose, caribou and black tail with a Remington, model 70, 30-06 Springfield! First Prev 2 of 3 Go to page. Every hunter who packs a .30-’06 Sprg. 30 06 Hunting Rifle For Sale And 44 Magnum Rifle For Moose Hunting Reviews : If you're looking for 30 06 Hunting Rifle For Sale And 44 Magnum Rifle For Moose Hu Mule deer, elk, sheep, coyote, and MOOSE. First of all, it can be loaded verrrrry hot. They performed flawlessly. 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