Thread: 7mm08 vs 7mmSaum for max 500m Hunting

I had the same question 6 months ago. Could have built a 7-08 or a 7saum as I had actions for both and i chose the 7-08. Looked at both on paper and the 7-08 had plenty of energy out to 600m 1111 foot pounds with a 162 Eldm doing 2520 ( now chronographed). And more importantly the rifle had to be lite, accurate and shoot comfortably with a shortish barrel. I’m really pleased with my choice, the rifle kills really well and is great to shoot, extremely accurate and a pleasure to carry and own.