05-03-2010, 05:31 AM
I'm sure I'll get flack for this, but I use a .243, although I only do cow hunts. Between my father and I we have taken twice as many elk over the years w/ that rifle than his 30-06 and I can't think of any that required a 2nd shot. For a best choice elk caliber I would have to go w/ a large portion and go for the 30-06 myself. It's well proven over time and ammo is available.
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