338-08

bperdue21

i hear federal is planning a 338-08 coming up in 2006. 2800 fps in 160 gr nosler bullets. what do you think about it and would it be a real improvement over the 308? tell me your thoughts on the subject.

I'm not an expert, but i did stay in a Holiday Inn Express last night.

nononsense

Bart,

Here is a discussion from the beginning of the month:

http://forums.forthehunt.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=179644

Here is another thread but be careful, not all of these folks are firing on all cylinders...

http://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Board=Custom&Number=671186&page=0&fpart=all

Have a Safe and Merry Christmas!

Best.

Ray B

I don't think so. As I've said in previous threads, the 308 case has a reasonable capacity for .30" & smaller bores. when increased to .33" I prefer the larger 30-06 case, or the magnums. Not that the 228/08 wouldn't be a good cartridge, just that in terms of use, I'd rather have either a smaller bore or a bigger case capacity.

Stealth

I like the 338.08 because of the hig Energy at shorter ranges 400 yards and closer but what I am really fascinated with is the Sub capabilities of such a round with 300gr bullets.[;)]


Raptor

jbjm04

I have seen a 338-08 built on an old model Ruger 77 (tang saftey) It was a very fast handling rifle with a 22" barrel. I have seen it kill white tails and it does that well. It makes a smaller and lighter rifle than can be done with a 338-06. I thnk this is a great idea if its used for deer at short range in thick cover.