Ruger precision Rifle

[ferrum]

In all seriousness, why 6mm (.243) over 6.5? I (like everyone else) have been looking for a 6.5 creedmor, mainly so that I could go with a heavier bullet.

[Hoser]

In all seriousness, why 6mm (.243) over 6.5? I (like everyone else) have been looking for a 6.5 creedmor, mainly so that I could go with a heavier bullet.

Less recoil so you can spot your hits/misses. Barrel life is about the same and 6mm bullets are a tad bit cheaper than 6.5 bullets and a lot cheaper than 308 bullets.

Heavy bullets are ok, but I want light bullets with a high bc.

For a prone only match on paper targets like an F-Class (600-1,000 yards) match, I am using 215-230 gn bullets in my 308.

[Gunoholic]

Call me crazy, but I want the ability to hunt with mine. 6.5 is on the small side...IMO.

[Hoser]

Call me crazy,

Your crazy.

Bullet construction and placement trump bullet diameter.

[Gunoholic]

Your crazy.

Bullet construction and placement trump bullet diameter.

My "call me crazy" comment was in reference to hunting with the rpr (not really pertaining to the caliber). Then I was referring to 6.5 being on the small side for me "IMO". I'm well aware of the importance of shot placement.