Is 7mm-08 the best?

While most people think of it as a deer cartridge—and among the myriad choices for deer, it’s hard to deny the capability of the 7mm-08—with premium bullets of sensible weight, the 7mm-08 Remington makes a good all-around choice for North America.

What is a 7mm-08 compared to?

The 7mm-08 case is just slightly longer than the parent . 308—2.035 inches vs. 2.015 inches—but maintains the same 20-degree shoulder of the . 308 Winchester.

Is 7mm-08 a magnum?

Both use the same bullets, but the 7mm-08 has much less powder capacity, and falls under the Short Action label for hi-power rifles. Whereas the 7mm Rem. Mag. is a belted magnum cartridge requiring a long action, and obtains much higher velocities due to increased powder capacity.

What is the best ammo for a 7mm-08?

Federal Premium Nosler AccuBond.

Barnes VOR-TX.

Federal Premium Trophy Copper.

Hornady Custom Lite.

Hornady Precision Hunter.

Remington Core Lokt.

Winchester Deer Season XP.

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What is the best weight bullet for the 7mm08?

The 150 to 154 grain bullet weight can be very effective in the 7mm08 when used on game weighing around 90kg (200lb) out to moderate ranges. The 150 grain Nosler Partition is an excellent medium game killer.

What is the best 7mm on the market?

Showdown at the Big Seven Corral.

First Place: 7mm Weatherby Magnum,60.0 Points.

Second Place: 28 Nosler,59.0 Points.

Third Place: 7mm Remington Magnum,51.3 Points.

Fourth Place: .280 Remington,46.3 Points.

Fifth Place: 7mm-08 Remington,36.9 Points.

Sixth Place: 7x57mm Mauser,25.7 Points.

Is the 7mm-08 still popular?

The 7mm-08 is one of the most popular cartridges used by deer hunters in the United States. Not surprisingly, Winchester offers a 7mm-08 load as part of Deer Season XP line of ammunition.