Do you use a 7mm Mag for Grizzlies?
Do you use a 7mm Mag for Grizzlies?
7 mm may work if the hunt is on your terms but most of my encounters with grisslies has been on thier terms & was lucky to be packing a 338 with 250 grn. round nose. Good brush cutter when things go side ways. If a 7mm is what you have, with good bullets and shot placement it should work fine.
Is the 7mm Remington Magnum used for hunting?
The 7mm Remington Magnum is currently an extremely popular medium game hunting cartridge, performing exceptionally well at long ranges. It was at one time utilized by the U.S secret service for specialized operations however exact information on its usage is sketchy at best.
Which is better a 300 Win Mag or a 7mm Rem?
For all practical purposes, there isn't a significant difference in the ballistics of the .300 Win Mag and 7mm Rem Mag at typical hunting ranges. They’re flat shooting, hard hitting, and very accurate cartridges. That being said, the .300 Win Mag has more recoil than the 7mm Rem Mag.
What's the best twist rate for a 7mm Magnum?
Hand Loading. For dedicated long range hunters, best velocities are achieved with 28-30” barrels capable of pushing the 162 grain A-Max at 3200fps and the 180 grain VLD at 3000-3050fps. Optimum twist rate for all bullet weights in the 7mm RM is 1:9”. Accuracy is of vital importance when working up a 7mm magnum load.