One guy asked for scope help and only two of us answered. The benefit of these sorts of sites is to gain input from many people with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. So, even if you like junky equipment, like Jim Lively does, we still want to here from you. No wonder he hasn't been posting lately. Any feedback on products, good or bad, is what we need to hear.
Many experiences are always better than one.
We have a big elk hunt lined up this fall and that is actually why I bought the 7 Mag. I would still like another Mtn. I may get a Mtn in a 260 cal for wacking bambis at closer range. These things are awesome bear stoppers and they do wonders on moose in close encounters too. I think it is called post tramatic stress disorder.