I'm in the market for a 300 wsm. I'm not looking for a debate between that and the 300 win mag as I've already decided on a beltless cartridge for reloading, I like the ballistics, etc. However, it seems that all of the 300 wsm rifles being built today are smaller and lighter (e.g. mountain rifles) which I think would add to the recoil (or, more accurately, not help to limit the felt recoil). I won't be lugging it through many mountain passes so I don't care if it's 8+ lbs and I would prefer a little more weight to limit recoil. I know that stock design/fit also plays into it but that's something I can alter. Any suggestions out there? Money isn't really an object (within reason). The only one with any heft that I've found is the FNH but it's 10lbs!
I'm not a recoil wimp, just prefer less over more. Also, I shoot a 45-70 marlin that has considerable recoil but I don't mind it because it's more of a "push" and less of a "kick". Can anyone comment on the 300 wsm recoil in that regard? Thanks in advance.
I'm not a recoil wimp, just prefer less over more. Also, I shoot a 45-70 marlin that has considerable recoil but I don't mind it because it's more of a "push" and less of a "kick". Can anyone comment on the 300 wsm recoil in that regard? Thanks in advance.