rem mod 7 260vs7mm08

[bamabob]

does another have a opinion on rem mod 7 260 vs 7mm08 for deer hunting? thank you bamabob

 

[joe]

It would be easier for people to answer your question with more info. Average range game will be taken. Age & gender of shooter. Etc.... I vote 7-08 but I own one.

I found this site helpful.
http://www.ballisticstudies.com/Knowledgebase.htm

Compare the ballistics for your self.
http://www.federalpremium.com/products/rifle.aspx

 

[woody]

There is very little difference. 6.5mm vs. 7mm, same case capacity. The 260 will launch a lighter bullet faster. The 7mm will launch a heavier bullet slower.
Mine is a 7mm08. I handload 120gr. bullets that will group under an inch all day. Accuracy is the key, any bullet will do if properly placed.....

 

[Ranger19]

I have both and the only problem I once got into with the 260 was not all places have a good selection on ammo.

 

[Welldoya]

I had to make that choice when I bought my son a Model 7 about 10 years ago. I went with the 7mm08 because I don't think the .260 is going to make it. Think about it. How many people do you know that owns one and how often do you hear about that caliber? For me the answers are none and not very often.
I think in a few years finding ammo will be about like finding it for a .357 Maximum.....not impossible but costly.