Dear Guys,
A few days ago I wrote that the .308 has about 30% less free recoil energy than the .30-06, in standard factory loadings. A few folks pointed out that this had to be incorrect.
I have rechecked my calculations, and they were right. My number was wrong.
In standard factory ammo of 150 to 180 grain bullets, the increase in the amount of free recoil energy that is created by going from the .308 up to the .30-06 varies from about 18% to 22%, depending on the load. This is still a huge increase in statistical terms.
And, someone indicated that the .30-06 was superior to the .308 because it could fire 220 grain bullets. Again, I say, who cares about 220 grain bullets? What for? Who needs them? Not one in 100,000 of us is ever going to hunt grizzly, and if we do, even the .30-06 would be a poor choice for that.
But, if you love long actions, more rifle weight, 20% more recoil, and 220 grain bullets, then yes, the .30-06 is the rifle for you. :-)
Best,
Mannyrock