mljdeckard
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I can't think of any reason at all it would be a bad idea. It's probably the most commonly used rifle application. A little bit of everything, no bench resting or extreme duty.
...6.5x55 is regularly used to good effect), the 7mm-08 tops out with the 150 gr bullet and with 1:9.5 twist, as it starts slowing down, it may well be less stable....
Bullets don't get less stable as the velocity decays. Quite the opposite is the case, in fact. The 150gn is comfortably stable from the 1:9.5 though If I had the option I'd go with a 1:9 to bring the VLDs into the list of options.the 7mm-08 tops out with the 150 gr bullet and with 1:9.5 twist, as it starts slowing down, it may well be less stable.
You could also do the same with .300 Win or Weatherby mags, which would give even more upside potential (both weight and velocity) from .30-06 if you have any inkling of bigger/dangerous game or reeeeeeealy long ranges.Since i reload i can load my 30-06 way down for low recoil target practice. Then take advantage of the extra oomph when i need to go hunting by loading it fiercely. I would consider the 6.5 are there any advantages for me?