I know I’m looking for a unicorn, but I thought I’d ask anyway. I’m also looking more for a caliber than a specific rifle.
What I want is a 16” light weight bolt action rifle that is capable of ethically taking elk out to 500 yards. This is the maximum distance of where I hunt, and I feel confident in my ability to make that shot. Currently I use a Tikka T3X lite in .300 win mag, and with a scope I’m right around 8 lbs. I would prefer the full set-up be sub 7 lbs if possible.
So what cartridge is capable of delivering this performance? Does it even exist?
Finding data for shorter rifles in hunting calibers has been near impossible. Ideally I’d like to have a tikka or something similar cut down to 16” and threaded for a break. I’d even consider shorter with a pin and weld.
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