Elk Cartridge: 6.5x55SE; 7mm-08; or 7mm Rem Mag

[Don McDowell]

If a person is going to shoot past the mpr of most centerfire hunting rounds a range finder is an absolute must. It's amazing how many 450 yd shots are quite a bit closer to 300, and not many folks really realize just how small an elk really looks at near half mile, aka the 800 yd shot.

 

[Ankeny]

Not only is a rangefinder a must, an accurate, reliable way to correct for elevation is required, whether it be dialing the turret or a well doped reticle. I shoot so much and steel and so many varmints at long range that I tend to under estimate the distance on elk.

 

[chas08]

300 or less the 08 is all you'll need! At 450 the 7mm Mag. would be the better choice rifle wise. I 'd go with the one that I'm most familiar with and is lighter to carry and just try to get closer. I own both calibers in a Rem.700 platform. The 08 is my favorite of the two, and it's a lot lighter to carry!