Behind the Bullet: .300 Weatherby Magnum
Like hot rods and jet planes, the .300 Weatherby Magnum may have been born at the close of the Second World War, but its appeal remains. Read on for the history of the sleek copper speedster.
Head to Head: .300 Wby. Mag. vs. 8mm Rem. Mag.
Both cartridges are based on the H&H belted case, generate impressive velocities and have a wide range of bullet weights. Which is the better choice for the hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro takes a closer look at the pros and cons of each.
An Ode to the .300 Weatherby Magnum
Despite an array of competitors being introduced since its 1944 debut, Weatherby’s original .30-caliber magnum cartridge is arguably still the best in class.
Head to Head: .300 Win. Mag. vs. .300 Wby. Mag.
Both cartridges are fully capable of taking the full range of North American game, and are a solid choice for a light rifle on safari. Therefore, which is the better choice for the hunter looking for a .300 magnum?
Choosing a Cartridge for North America's Big Game
North America has a wide variety of huntable species, inhabiting many different types of terrain. While there are a few cartridges that can truly be called all-around choices, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with picking a cartridge that perfectly suits the game at hand.
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