Nilgai gun

[300rem7]

Father used a 300 SAUM with 200gr Accubond.

[TX_Kevin]

300 gr 375 H&H vs 165 gr 7 mag? Almost double the bullet weight and much lower velocity equals much better penetration

Does that make them deader? Dead is pretty dead so far as I know.

I am going to switch from the Federal Premium with the 165 gr Sierra Game King to the Winchester Expedition Big Game Long Range with the 168 Grain Nosler AccuBond LR.

I normally shoot arrows. I am no expert with guns.

[RLUM]

Does that make them deader? Dead is pretty dead so far as I know.

I am going to switch from the Federal Premium with the 165 gr Sierra Game King to the Winchester Expedition Big Game Long Range with the 168 Grain Nosler AccuBond LR.

I normally shoot arrows. I am no expert with guns.

There is a huge difference in the ways those two bullets will react when shot out of those two different rifles. I have never shot a Nilgai but I have shot a few big animals in Africa. when I am hunting Big tough animals I want big holes and as much possibility for and exit as possible. Yes shot placement is key to any kill but are you willing to pass on a shot just because the bull is not standing perfect broadside at 100 yards or do you want a proven BIG GAME cartridge that can cleanly take BIG GAME animal when you fudge a shot or the animal is in a not so desirable position. All the comments about taking them with any cartridge that will take a deer are correct (mostly), I for one am not willing to chance it. If you want to step up to the big leagues and hunt big animals use the correct cartridge/bullet combination and get after it.

[TX_Kevin]

There is a huge difference in the ways those two bullets will react when shot out of those two different rifles. I have never shot a Nilgai but I have shot a few big animals in Africa. when I am hunting Big tough animals I want big holes and as much possibility for and exit as possible. Yes shot placement is key to any kill but are you willing to pass on a shot just because the bull is not standing perfect broadside at 100 yards or do you want a proven BIG GAME cartridge that can cleanly take BIG GAME animal when you fudge a shot or the animal is in a not so desirable position. All the comments about taking them with any cartridge that will take a deer are correct (mostly), I for one am not willing to chance it. If you want to step up to the big leagues and hunt big animals use the correct cartridge/bullet combination and get after it.

I can't speak for the OP. I think he was looking to buy a new gun. I am not.

[DirtyDave]

30-06 180gr Sierra Soft Points work well.
But I could use a new 338 Win Mag.......

[cz52man]

I'm currently building a .338 Federal for my next nilgai hunt. I have been on a number of nilgai hunts (still haven't personally shot one) and the one thing that I like about my AR10 is that I have an immediate backup shot if the first one is not perfect. They can take a hit.

[Hunter58]

I’ve been on hunts with family and seen bulls killed with a 308, 270, and 300wm. However, I personally think a 300wm or bigger is your best bet. Shot placement is really the name of the game here

[TX_Kevin]

Y'all may convince me to buy a dang 300 mag yet.

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[Dale Moser]

Y'all may convince me to buy a dang 300 mag yet.

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I can't think of any reason why not...


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[Mr. Stickers]

I’m going in Feb. just purchase a Ruger African in 375 Ruger going to use Hornady dangerous game 300 he bonded expanding..... should be a good combo

[RLUM]

I’m going in Feb. just purchase a Ruger African in 375 Ruger going to use Hornady dangerous game 300 he bonded expanding..... should be a good combo

Really great cartridge. I have one in the Alaskan and my wife has the guide gun model, we both shoot the 300GR North Fork SS bonded and they are DEADLY.

[WRasco]

I definitely think you need a new gun specific to Nilgai. It's obvious that none of your rifles will be adequate.

Absolutely this

[txhoghunter73]

300 RUM 200 grain Accubond

[TX_Kevin]

Y'all may convince me to buy a dang 300 mag yet.

I can't think of any reason why not...

You guys are a bad influence on me and my wife hates y'all.

Just made a deal on a 300 win mag out of our classifieds here on TBH. Dang Nilgais don't stand a chance now.

[Dale Moser]

You're welcome, Mrs Tx_Kevin!


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