What do you think of the .338-06 cartridge?

[VA_GUNZ]

I am going to build a custom rifle on a Mauser action and wanted something a little different from all the typical calibers that I already have. Someone suggested the .338-06. I had heard of it but never realy looked into it. I know that ammo would be impossible to find but I plan on reloading for it anyway. I figure it shouldnt be too hard to find .338 projectiles and 30-06 brass. So what do you guys think?

[Marlin]

Reloading may be the only option, Least I have heard about it going mainstream yet.

From what I remember about it, it's been awhile, It was fairly close a lowend .300WM, without the recoil. Always thought it would be neat to try, just never could justify the "start-up" cost.

If You get it built, Bring it to a shoot, I'd like to try it out.

[HunterCO]

.338 bullets are no problem you can find them everywhere. If that is what you want go for it buy some 06 brass neck it up and have fun.

I have a freind that bought a remington 760 chambered in .358 win and could not find ammo. I necked up some .308 brass and he still hunts with that gun.

If that's what you want do it and of course bring it to a shoot.