Richard.Howe
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Please, no flames or comments like "the deer won't know the difference." I'm aware that these rounds are only marginally different, but I'd like to discuss those differences (for example, the 260 brass isn't yet made by Lapua or Norma).
I'm in a position to buy the 6.5 I've always wanted. The Sako 75 Finnlight is chambered for 6.5x55, and the Cooper Classic is available in 260 Rem. The Remington Titanium is also offered in 260. All three are acceptable to me and each rifle has its strengths and weaknesses. I may move to a varmint-style platform with a heavier and longer barrel...can't decide, but this isn't the central issue.
I am a handloader, and this gun will be used primarily for southern beanfield whitetail and an occasional western mulie. I already have a 308 and 300 Win Mag for other types of hunts. This rifle will be my "finesse" gun with low recoil and high BCs.
My question is, if it were your choice, and there was a rifle chambered in both 6.5x55 and 260, which would you purchase, and why?
Have a great weekend,
Rich
I'm in a position to buy the 6.5 I've always wanted. The Sako 75 Finnlight is chambered for 6.5x55, and the Cooper Classic is available in 260 Rem. The Remington Titanium is also offered in 260. All three are acceptable to me and each rifle has its strengths and weaknesses. I may move to a varmint-style platform with a heavier and longer barrel...can't decide, but this isn't the central issue.
I am a handloader, and this gun will be used primarily for southern beanfield whitetail and an occasional western mulie. I already have a 308 and 300 Win Mag for other types of hunts. This rifle will be my "finesse" gun with low recoil and high BCs.
My question is, if it were your choice, and there was a rifle chambered in both 6.5x55 and 260, which would you purchase, and why?
Have a great weekend,
Rich
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