Author Topic: Remington 700 Classic in 8x57mm? (Read 547 times)

AZ Dan · « **on:** April 07, 2004, 07:42:02 PM »

Is this the modern version (8x57mm JS) that could send a 200gr nosler @ 2600 fps or is this the 8x57mm J version?

If it is the modern version, would it be better to use the 8mm (with the bigger diameter) or a 30-06 sending a 200 nosler @ 2600 fps (with better sectional density and B.C.) for elk standing on the 250 yard line?

Thanks much. Dan

huntsman · « **Reply #1 on:** April 08, 2004, 02:51:02 AM »

Isn't going to matter much to the elk so long as the bullet hits vitals. That's where the 06 has a 1" to 2" edge in trajectory. But at the end of the day it's still a matter of knowing exactly where your bullet strikes at 250 yards. Both calibers have a point-blank range out to that distance with less than a 3" high sight-in at 100 yards. Beyond that it is an insignificant point whether the bullet is .308 or .323.

Mikey · « **Reply #2 on:** April 08, 2004, 04:09:48 AM »

it's the modern version with the .323 diameter that throws a 196/200 gn bullet at near 2600'/sec. It doesn't give up anything to the 06. And, I am envious of ya - I've been looking for one of those rifles. Mikey.

Snowshoe · « **Reply #3 on:** April 08, 2004, 04:37:02 PM »

I have a 8x57 sportered Turkish Mauser and think it is great. It shoots the Hornady 195g psp at about 2600 fps, and has less felt recoil than any .30-06 I have ever shot. I am still in the learning curve of this round, but have shot 2 whitetails, and a coyote, and was very impressed with it.

Lloyd Smale · « **Reply #4 on:** April 08, 2004, 10:26:21 PM »

used to have a sportarized mauser in 8mm and it was a deer killing sob.

AZ Dan · « **Reply #5 on:** April 22, 2004, 09:26:36 PM »

I guess I just gotta have something different. I know my ability and stay within my limits. I think the 8mm in a 700 classic is exactly what I'm looking for. Hope everyone here gets their tag this year. Dan.