overbore

I really don't think most 'overbore' hunters are power crazy at heart; they're just going for any edge they can get.

The Great Overbore Conundrum 2008

I forgot to mention that touching off the 7mm whateveritis can be fun, but not too often, as "overbore" has it's own checks and balances system - like knife hunting for hogs.

The Great Overbore Conundrum 2008

Mag. or .375 H&H Mag. are more than adaquate, possibly a bit "overbore", but who cares with something big and mean enough to put you in a world of hurt?

The Great Overbore Conundrum 2008

I've forsaken my overbore Loudenboomers for cartridges that perform well without burning a cupful of powder.

If You could have just one rifle... 2009

The cartridges are, by most everyone's definition, much more overbore than the competition.

Some Rifle Barrels are Faster than Others 2009

I agree, that a 338 does not need the 26 barrel of the overbore speedsters, it is a true mid-bore and you can tell that just by the powders that work best for it; like Reloader 19 and 4350 (Hodgdon, IMR, Microsoft, take your pick).

Rifles of Interest: Remington Model 700 Custom Shop AWR II 2009

I agree, that a 338 does not need the 26 barrel of the overbore speedsters, it is a true mid-bore and you can tell that just by the powders that work best for it; like Reloader 19 and 4350 (Hodgdon, IMR, Microsoft, take your pick).

Rifles of Interest: Remington Model 700 Custom Shop AWR II 2009

Both are overbore, both burn a lot of powder, BUT the Dakota looks (and probably is) more efficient and works in a shorter action.

What is the best cartridge for long range hunting? For deer through elk size game. 2009

I've forsaken my overbore Loudenboomers for cartridges that perform well without burning a cupful of powder.

If You could have just one rifle... 2009

The cartridges are, by most everyone's definition, much more overbore than the competition.

Some Rifle Barrels are Faster than Others 2009