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    Quote Originally Posted by Tentman View Post
    Heres how I roll with it. Next weekend we are "hunting" on the challenge course at Sparrowhawk. I know shots will tend to be longish, 400M or so. I know getting closer, which is AWAYS the best option is not doable there (and in some hunting terrain too but not usually). There is a very high chance there will be wind, prossibly quite a bit. Will I take a 223, no. Will I take a 6mmCM, maybe. Will I take the 6.5-284 - you betcha! If all I had was a 223, would I take it, you brycha!
    Those who shoot large cartridges very well from field positions without practice can show up and smoke those of us who need to practice and use affordable cartridges that are pleasant to shoot!

 

 

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