What is a 300 WSM good for?
300 WSM is one of the more popular short magnum cartridges that have come out in the last two decades. You can use it for both big game hunting as well as benchrest target shooting. Its bullet weighs from 125 to 200 grains. Although, most would agree that the 150-180 gr bullets often work the best with the cartridge.
Whats better 300 Win Mag or 300 WSM?
Truly, choosing between the 300 Winchester magnums comes down to the length and weight of rifle you prefer. If you like short, quick actions, go with the WSM. If the 30-06-length standard action works for you, stick with the old 300 Win.
Can 300 Win Mag shoot 300 WSM?
The 300 WSM is a good half inch shorter than the 300 Win Mag in terms of case length and overall length. This means that the 300 Win Mag will fit into a long action while the 300 WSM will fit in a short action. However, the base diameter of the 300 WSM is 0.02” wider than the 300 Win Mag.
Can you hunt moose with a 300 Win Mag?
300 WM has firmly established itself as a fine cartridge for moose (and anything else on this continent). I would wager that for folks living in the more populated areas of Alaska, this might even beat the ’06 in actual field use. To get the most of it, I’d recommend using 190-grain or heavier bullets.
Is a 300 WSM good for moose?
Manufactured by Federal Premium and loaded with the legendary Nosler Partition bullet, this is hands down the best 300 WSM ammo for elk, moose, or bear hunting. That 180 grain Nosler Partition bullet is perfect for hunting really big game where it’s really important to use a heavy, well constructed projectile.
Is a 300 Win Mag good for grizzly?
300 Win Mag loads use 150-300 grain bullets. When using quality bullets and with good shot placement, both the 7mm Rem Mag and . 300 Win Mag are excellent for hunting black, brown, and grizzly bear at all practical hunting ranges.
What is more powerful 7mm or 300 Win Mag?
300 Win Mag are slightly longer than the 7mm RM, and its overall case capacity has a larger volume. While the . 300 Win Mag has a higher case capacity and can take higher pressures, it also must send heavier grain bullets down range while maintaining necessary terminal ballistics.