[MtnClimber]

I like the 30-06 or 308 (7.62X51) much better than the 5.56. Even something like a 243 has low recoil and is usually legal for deer (has some power). In 30-06 I like the Garand. In 308 I like the Springfield Armory M1A National Match, Loaded.

In his linked article about 5 most underrated cartridges he listed the 9.3mm. I shook my head on that one. Many fine 375 H&H Magnums that can easily be loaded down to 9.3 levels. There are many file (expensive) 375 H&Hs, but a CZ 550 American Magnum is affordable and shoots well.

I don't know why I took these out in the canoe!

[AbnSarge]

You Fool! How could you recklessly expose those fine weapons to irretrievable loss like that? Sorry to hear of your tragedy