Brand new hunter - my first thread

[tackleberry45]

As I put out in another thread, I just got a Winchester Classic model 70, synthetic stock, 24" SS barrel, Leupold rings/ base, and Nikon 3 - 9X ProStaff scope for $650.00. I am going to do the required Florida 12 hour course.I am becoming part of Appeseed Project and going to Manatee Gun Range for other rifle training. This is my FIRST bolt rife!

Here is the question battery:

1. Is there a reference that goes over the "controlled feed action" vs. "push action" I understand the Model 70 is the former

2. Isn't this really about shot placement, just like handgunning? I was told this caliber was safe up to Elk with a "good 150g Nosler" ??

Any other tips and tricks for experienced Florida hunters would be appreaicted!!!!

 

[Art Eatman]

Nothing at all wrong with a .270 "Shortie". They work. Plenty good for any game animal in the lower 49 states.

The only real advantage of a controlled feed is in the event that one tries to cycle the action when the action is canted to the side in dramatic fashion. Or maybe even upside down, for all I know. But I've never had to deal with any of that sort of problem.

Some worry about "short-stroking" a push feed, but that's nothing but a lack of familiarity with the rifle.

The difference is mostly just something to kill time in Internet arguments.

The old 130-grain bullet is the long-time standard for the .270. A 150-grain is likely to be preferred for large critters such as elk, just for the better reliability of penetration on an angling shot.

Doesn't matter whether it's pistol or rifle, small fry or heavy duty: Shot placement is more important than what cartridge is used...

 

[janobles14]

did i miss the part where you told the caliber? but that not withstanding you got great advice from art's post. not much i can add really insofar as the rifle itself is involved. also, what all are you going to be hunting?