Just curious - what do you think is the smallest caliber that could be successful in the long range (200 yard) matches?
I've seen 32-20 make a good showing - as good as .357 - just wondering what else might make the cut.
M

snaketail2 wrote:Just curious - what do you think is the smallest caliber that could be successful in the long range (200 yard) matches?
I've seen 32-20 make a good showing - as good as .357 - just wondering what else might make the cut.
M

Not a lot of choices of calibers that will take the 200 rams 100% of the time. I have seen shooters use 44 mag, 45 LC, and 25-35's, the 25-35 is accurate, flat shooting and if the rams are not too heavy and set properly will do the job. Ron Troyer uses one and has won several National championships with it.

IMO, it's not 100% reliable on rams on every range or day, (but neither is a 30-30)... However the 357Mag can be a good dual purpose PCCLA/CLA rifle. Info on using a 357mag for CLA at the following links:

http://www.steelchickens.com/forums/vie ... f=7&t=7547
and
http://www.steelchickens.com/forums/vie ... f=7&t=5838

-Tim