Best round for Reds

[av1]

Hi,

Have a 6.5 creedmoor for stalking but am considering a larger calibre for reds. Any suggestions?

 

[Craigsaun]

308!! Job done

 

[Mungo]

Creedmoor is absolutely fine for any sensible use.

But if you’re wanting to shoot at longer range (250+), or have concerns about finding runners in thick restock, then .270 is the classic choice, or 6.5 PRC is a very similar more modern option.

 

[Mungo]

308!! Job done

This too!

Very little walks away from one.

 

[bobo]

Personally, I think the best round for red deer is the one that sits a little high on the shoulder.

There are probably quite a few game dealers who think the best round is placed in the head or neck.

 

[Foxyboy43]

This too!

Very little walks away from one.

Lots of things to be said in favour of the .308 over pretty much anything especially versatility.
Just let those knowledgeable chaps at Sako help you decide….

 

[Old Pultney]

308 or 25.06

 

[Midlandstalker2024]

Bought a .308 this year for more knocking power on reds. Dont think I’d swap to anything else unless I get bored of it. 150gr soft point and flattened spikers to a huge rutting stag all between 150-250 yards.

 

[oldhamstocks]

308 Sako 123gr, or Barnes TTSX 130 gr, shoots flat and fast and hard hitting

 

[Grannysmith]

270 made for the job!
Americans call it a canyon gun for good reasons.
And you can eat right up to the bullet hole

 

[Roncon1]

30.06 all the gun you ll ever need

 

[Foxyboy43]

My choice is 125gns Sierra Prohunter trundling along from my Remmy .308 at c. 3000 fps.
Doesn’t half sting…..

 

[hendrix's rifle]

Creedmoor is absolutely fine for any sensible use.

But if you’re wanting to shoot at longer range (250+), or have concerns about finding runners in thick restock, then .270 is the classic choice, or 6.5 PRC is a very similar more modern option.

130g TGK will take them happily over yonder

Im still pretty content with my 243 to be honest.

 

[Brighty3006]

As above. The.243

 

[Deutsch - Drahthaar]

Got a 270 and a 308 and both are proven and good on reds - The 3006 knocks the big reds over better.

 

[devon deer stalker]

@wytonpjs any input?

 

[angusb1]

35 Whelen

 

[Rafter]

Do you reload? If yes, 280 Rem, 7mm SAUM, 7PRC or similar.

If no, 30.06, 308, 7x57, 7x64 or just use the 6.5CM with decent bullets.

 

[Dave_45]

The classic calibres will all do the job.

243
270
308(don’t like it personally but it’s highly capable and kills thousands per year)
6.5cm
6.5prc

 

[maxtheflyinghorse]

I used a .375 H&H but my .308 will do the job as well. Shot placement is the key