I really like .338 Winchester Magnum. Too bad ammo is so rare to find. It's almost as if the ammo makers have decided to boycott this classic cartridge.
Hey look the og hickok you made it big chuke lol. I really like this rifle really into the idea of the this round. I have a 300 Win Mag with a super cell gel stock. So I wonder how the differences are lol. Love the big foot vids. Found a cool big foot hoodie at a tractor supply store lol. You helped it catch on lol
338 guide gun from ruger is the Alaskan gun if any. Perfect for all hard weather conditions and big game . Dad had 338 win savage for years gave to my younger brothers when move on 45-70 guid gun and 308. 🎉. I did reloading series on 338 win mag with 225gr speer sp last year.
Great gun Chuke. The 338wm will handle things nicely. I have a Ruger Hawkeye Alaskan in 375 Ruger left hand that shoots 270gr. Barnes triple shocks at about an inch and a half. I love Rugers they build their guns like tanks.
Great caliber and rifle. I have been using .338's for years here in Montana. I'm sure that you will love the cartridge and rifle combination even for outings other than hunting. That little carbine would make a great camp rifle.
I picked up one of these a few months ago in 30-06. I love the rifle. Not many guns come out of the box with all the features this gun has especially those solid iron sights. Mine hits slightly high at 50 yards with 165 grain core lok remingtons. I haven’t scoped it yet and may not. I was comfortably hitting an 8” gong at 200 yards without a scope. I left the muzzle break on but im thinking of putting the muzzle weight it comes with on it. I think 30-06 is also a good do it all caliber too. It’s about as magnum as you can get without truly being an actual magnum. Thanks for the video. I look forward to you talking more about it.
Very good point that people overlook... rifle vs shotgun at close range, choosing the rifle, just in case you have some long distance shooting to do. Love it.
The recoil speaks for itself!!!! A perfectly tuned muzzle brake. It almost looks as if it has the same or less recoil that my savage scout 308 does with factory muzzle brake. NOW IM INTERESTED! 😊
Congrats on the new rifle! That older rifle may be better served by a different brake. Check the threads and see what can be retrofitted. The new rifle is certainly more practical. Thanks for sharing!
That laminated stock is beautiful,I like my ruger old school boat paddle stainless rifle 243 win. Rugers are tough. Paid $300 used over 20 years ago. Killed 1-2 bucks every rifle season,and over 50 hogs. I don’t live in Alaska,so I’m not gonna go that big of caliber. Definitely would though if I had opportunity to go on a big game hunt. May need to borrow yours lol
I had a friend years ago that was in the air force Stationed in montana.. He had an M77 Ruger in 338 win mag. And used to hunt mountain goats at 5 to 6 hundred yards.
frikin double bad ass bud ... thanks for the vids. Im in west Montana and have been considering 338 win mag. Keep em coMiNig bud.. CheWekK for tHe wInN..!
Dam i just traded my 338 lapua yesterday your makin me miss it but i just had to have these 2 numbered limited special edition colt 1911 45s in perfect condition and covered in a lot of 24k gold so you know why I just had to have them
I elked hunted with my grandpas Winchester. 338 growing up. It had military armory markings on it and was rebarreled in a bull. My grandpa, WWII combat vet, figured it was a military issue and rebarreled. It is short and light and I do NOT enjoy shooting it. This is from a guy that loves big bore. Its like being full on punched vs shoved.
Chuke: My response is based on your post, 338 "Best all around rifle for Alaka" I agree that the 338 is an excellent choice! My question is this: Are you going to have one rifle? What is your budget, availability of ammo, what are you hunting or do you plan to use it for protection. The 338 has great power, will take a Grizzly , Black Bear etc. Your choice of Ruger is excellent chambered in the 338! My response is this based on your post and my previous statements. I would go with the 30-06 because it can shoot a wide range of bullets and the price of ammo. Yes, the 338 has much more power than the 30-06 but the Grizzly Bear will not know the difference if it is hit by a well placed shot between the two. Again, thanks for another informative video! Just want to give "my two cents worth" LOL!
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I would feel confident in bear country with the 338, at a hundred yards I wonder what type of group you would get, as long as you get a minute of bear, that's all that matters.
Rugers do not get the love they deserve now days, in the lower 48 anyways. Everyone now days wants all carbon fiber everything despite a mile or less from the pickup. I just picked up a beautiful blued and walnut 338 rcm with 20” barrel and open sights.
Hard recoil AND THEN there's Wrong headspace .. So check headspace , then It's probably stock , recoil pad and little can be done. Which is it. ? . Also change muzzle break . Ect
Some of us don’t have as much hair on our chest🤔😳😂 you need to stop with the Harmon shots😂 I am a 60+ gun collector hunter and reloader! In case you were not aware that only about 10 percent of hunters can shot this high of caliber because of recoil! I have owned hundreds of rifles including about every Weatherby except the 460 and a break makes it so you can hunt with a bigger caliber for bigger game! Having my neck rapped in metal plates front and rear from a drunk driver almost taking my head completely off and 7 1/2 hours on the table and 200 screws into my spine!
@edwardabrams4972 I am also a gun collector and reloader. I load for calibers from 17 hornet to 50.90 sharps. I shoot gophers here in montana with every rifle I own. I too have been busted up. Mabey a person in yr shape needs help. I'm just saying recoil is a mind game. You just have to figure it out. Come out to montana and I'll take you varmint hunting.
I really like .338 Winchester Magnum. Too bad ammo is so rare to find. It's almost as if the ammo makers have decided to boycott this classic cartridge.
Hey thanks! I agree!!
Hey look the og hickok you made it big chuke lol. I really like this rifle really into the idea of the this round. I have a 300 Win Mag with a super cell gel stock. So I wonder how the differences are lol. Love the big foot vids. Found a cool big foot hoodie at a tractor supply store lol. You helped it catch on lol
Its always kind of been a niche cartridge , but elk hunters and folks up here in Alaska use them a lot
It’s sad. You can’t find brass either…
@@joshuacrowe2752 yea, luckily I have a whole ton of it from like 10 years ago
I love everything Ruger makes. You can trust your life with it.
Agreed!!
Love it! Love the rifle, love the action and the 338 is truly an all-rounder 🇺🇸 🇳🇿
Thanks buddy! Yeah it’s impressive!
338 guide gun from ruger is the Alaskan gun if any. Perfect for all hard weather conditions and big game . Dad had 338 win savage for years gave to my younger brothers when move on 45-70 guid gun and 308. 🎉. I did reloading series on 338 win mag with 225gr speer sp last year.
Great gun Chuke. The 338wm will handle things nicely. I have a Ruger Hawkeye Alaskan in 375 Ruger left hand that shoots 270gr. Barnes triple shocks at about an inch and a half. I love Rugers they build their guns like tanks.
I have a guide gun in .375 Ruger and it is the bomb.
Great caliber and rifle. I have been using .338's for years here in Montana. I'm sure that you will love the cartridge and rifle combination even for outings other than hunting. That little carbine would make a great camp rifle.
I picked up one of these a few months ago in 30-06. I love the rifle. Not many guns come out of the box with all the features this gun has especially those solid iron sights. Mine hits slightly high at 50 yards with 165 grain core lok remingtons. I haven’t scoped it yet and may not. I was comfortably hitting an 8” gong at 200 yards without a scope. I left the muzzle break on but im thinking of putting the muzzle weight it comes with on it. I think 30-06 is also a good do it all caliber too. It’s about as magnum as you can get without truly being an actual magnum. Thanks for the video. I look forward to you talking more about it.
Very good point that people overlook... rifle vs shotgun at close range, choosing the rifle, just in case you have some long distance shooting to do. Love it.
Awesome rifle love that color ! Great review
The recoil speaks for itself!!!! A perfectly tuned muzzle brake. It almost looks as if it has the same or less recoil that my savage scout 308 does with factory muzzle brake. NOW IM INTERESTED! 😊
This Ruger 338win and that Kimber 270 is all you need.
That is an awesome rifle Chuke, excellent work, thanks and greetings to all, Tony.
I have the Alaskan version in 338 and 375 I love them👍
I am thinking about getting the 375 I would buy the 338 if they made it in a left hand model though
Love Ruger. Good looking gun. Now you just have to see what ammo it likes. Nice to see you with a big toy. Good show. Thanks!
Congrats on the new rifle! That older rifle may be better served by a different brake. Check the threads and see what can be retrofitted. The new rifle is certainly more practical. Thanks for sharing!
That laminated stock is beautiful,I like my ruger old school boat paddle stainless rifle 243 win. Rugers are tough. Paid $300 used over 20 years ago. Killed 1-2 bucks every rifle season,and over 50 hogs. I don’t live in Alaska,so I’m not gonna go that big of caliber. Definitely would though if I had opportunity to go on a big game hunt. May need to borrow yours lol
I like how chuke wasn't even looking through the scope when shooting the Rifle.... LMAO
Had one in 300 winmag, loved it so much i accidentally shot out the barrel. Its getting a facelift to 375 ruger now
Damn- how many rounds did it take to shoot out that barrel?
It's a beautiful weapon, congratulations.
Sweet rifle Chuke! Keep up the great work!!
I had a friend years ago that was in the air force Stationed in montana.. He had an M77 Ruger in 338 win mag. And used to hunt mountain goats at 5 to 6 hundred yards.
beautiful rifle
frikin double bad ass bud ... thanks for the vids. Im in west Montana and have been considering 338 win mag. Keep em coMiNig bud.. CheWekK for tHe wInN..!
Excellent rifle, knowledge is power listen and learn.. 👍
Thank you! And absolutely!!
It a beautiful rifle dose not look like the recoil is bad 👍🏻
My 505 Gibson can make a bear sit all I got to do is point it at him and tell him sit😂
I have a few 338 win mags and a 338 ultra mag with no brakes I don’t think they kick that much
Use a 2 x 7 scope keeping it on 2 power. Works just fine up close.
They make 1-8 scopes now that are far superior.
Winchester should have kept making the 300 grain ammo in .338 win mag. Was a favorite by many .
Cool Stock !
I dont mind the stock. Maybe a grey inspired stock would be ok too making it look similar to a sako kodiak
I agree But as a reloader I prefer the 375 H&H similar recoil I just think the 375 H&H is a little better.
Hey Chuke! I have the African in 338, and it's the finest rifle I've ever owned. Hope it works out for you, Brother!
I'm keen on a Ruger M77 in 338 WM and can't decide between the African, Alaskan, or Guide gun. Any thoughts?
If you ever get a chance try firing a Benelli r1 338 win mag semiauto. It's light with no recoil and accurate.
lol were u actually aiming after yelling between every shot 🤣
@@johnappleseed9290 yes? 😅
Sweet rifle!!!
How many rounds does it load chukes?
Have the same rifle in 30-06, shoots lights out and recoil is mild.
That's all you need
I like any bolt action rifle that comes standard with iron sights.
Dam i just traded my 338 lapua yesterday your makin me miss it but i just had to have these 2 numbered limited special edition colt 1911 45s in perfect condition and covered in a lot of 24k gold so you know why I just had to have them
What are those 45s good for?
@@brianhoxworth3881Collector's items.
I elked hunted with my grandpas Winchester. 338 growing up. It had military armory markings on it and was rebarreled in a bull. My grandpa, WWII combat vet, figured it was a military issue and rebarreled. It is short and light and I do NOT enjoy shooting it. This is from a guy that loves big bore. Its like being full on punched vs shoved.
Nice rifle
Chuke: My response is based on your post, 338 "Best all around rifle for Alaka" I agree that the 338 is an excellent choice! My question is this: Are you going to have one rifle? What is your budget, availability of ammo, what are you hunting or do you plan to use it for protection. The 338 has great power, will take a Grizzly , Black Bear etc. Your choice of Ruger is excellent chambered in the 338! My response is this based on your post and my previous statements. I would go with the 30-06 because it can shoot a wide range of bullets and the price of ammo. Yes, the 338 has much more power than the 30-06 but the Grizzly Bear will not know the difference if it is hit by a well placed shot between the two. Again, thanks for another informative video! Just want to give "my two cents worth" LOL!
Do you ever use 338 lapua for bear? I have a buddy who's been looking at one for brown bear hunting
30'06?
@geraldfritz7683 . I've use 3006 for black bear at times.
Sure wish ammo was available for 338win
Perfect for coastal brown bears.
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Have the action polished
..dude that outro...!
I wish they made the .338 in a left hand model, they only do for the 375 ruger
They did make a 338win version at some point because I have one 338win and 375Ruger.
@@aaronwilcox6417 in left hand?
I would feel confident in bear country with the 338, at a hundred yards I wonder what type of group you would get, as long as you get a minute of bear, that's all that matters.
I get three-quarter inch groups of my 338 I have three of them
nice one, they will do the job.@@Steve-vx2xp
Love the gun hate the price of the ammo
Sweet 👍👍
Nice
Very Nice 👍
I want one
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Rugers do not get the love they deserve now days, in the lower 48 anyways. Everyone now days wants all carbon fiber everything despite a mile or less from the pickup.
I just picked up a beautiful blued and walnut 338 rcm with 20” barrel and open sights.
You must have for gotten about the ruger American, there everywhere.
@@brianhoxworth3881should have specified the Hawkeye.. I have an American and it’s ok for the price.
Get a suppressor for it
A heavy rifle is a mountain rifle to me! I carry a heavy ass AR10 most of the time, up and down the selkirks and northern rockies! Fuk it
Hard recoil AND THEN there's Wrong headspace .. So check headspace , then It's probably stock , recoil pad and little can be done. Which is it. ? . Also change muzzle break . Ect
Who needs fillings in Alaska? Over rated. If it doesn’t hurt to shoot, why shoot it!?!?😂
Muzzle brakes suck
You don't need a muzzel brake on 338 win. They just hurt your ears and every body else's ears who are around you
Some of us don’t have as much hair on our chest🤔😳😂 you need to stop with the Harmon shots😂 I am a 60+ gun collector hunter and reloader! In case you were not aware that only about 10 percent of hunters can shot this high of caliber because of recoil! I have owned hundreds of rifles including about every Weatherby except the 460 and a break makes it so you can hunt with a bigger caliber for bigger game! Having my neck rapped in metal plates front and rear from a drunk driver almost taking my head completely off and 7 1/2 hours on the table and 200 screws into my spine!
@edwardabrams4972 I am also a gun collector and reloader. I load for calibers from 17 hornet to 50.90 sharps. I shoot gophers here in montana with every rifle I own. I too have been busted up. Mabey a person in yr shape needs help. I'm just saying recoil is a mind game. You just have to figure it out. Come out to montana and I'll take you varmint hunting.
How do you shoot something up close with a scope? Not being an asshole genuinely curious. I’ve never tried it but it seems like it would be hard to
Both eyes open