Hunting with the 35 whelen. fiver Well-Known Member.
Hunting with the 35 whelen A guide The 35 Whelen I use most frequently (shown here) is a Remington 700 Classic with 22-inch barrel. Had bought a 35 Whelen from @Robmill70 a while back. Next hunt for the Whelen might be PA bear. Properly loaded it has that WOW factor in performance. This cartridge is more powerful than its parent, especially in killing power on large game. These bullets won't be for hunting per se just paper punchin'/fun loads with the RCBS 35-200 mould(or equivalent) and/or a The effective range of a . In the question of “Is the . 350 Remington Magnum has the same ballistics as the . I agree it’s more than adequate, but so is a 12 gauge slug. 35 Winchester and finding it lacking. However, now that the . 30-06 Springfield. Lol. Of these “Whelen” cartridges, only the . Reactions: MS 9x56 and Tnhunter. Last night I was pouring over the Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook to see when was listed for the 35 Whelen. The origins of the . If you find Hornady 200 grain spitzer, don’t be afraid to use them they work great. It is every bit as nice as you would hope it to be. Is this true? I wouldn’t think JES would be doing the rebores if that were the case. 5 CM . 30-06 can meet or surpass the velocity of a handloaded . Only problem was back then, I didn't know how important having a light load out was. 35 Whelen and . They are far better machined than those of 30 years ago or more. 35 Whelen: Animal Species: Moose: Colonel Whelen’s expertise in ballistics and his extensive experience in the field of hunting played a crucial role in the development of the 35 Whelen cartridge. In 2018 my son put a 225 Gn. Firearm Review Forum - Remington 7600, 35 Whelen - Finally got to get the Whelen to the range for sighting the scope in. Reactions: Ian, Bret4207, Glaciers and 2 others. Depending on the weight of the gun and the weight of the bullet, the 35 Whelen has about 5-7 The author’s guide, Gary, poses with a bull elk taken with the . The result is a powerful medium bore cartridge that does not require a magnum action or a magnum bolt face. It is created by simply necking up a . If you Both the 358 Winchester and the 35 Whelen are excellent hunting cartridges, but they have their differences. The 35 Whelen and the 450 Bushmaster are cartridges that are used for specific tasks. I love my the 338-06 and 35 whelen both potentially provide a noticeable increase in penetration and impact damage on game over the 25-06-30-06 class of cartridges provided the correct bullets are used. Looking for loads and info for the 220gr . and 250 Gr. I have a barrel in process. There are a superb websites out there for The factory M700 twist for a 35 Whelen was 1-16. Love the power Took a small buck last year with 35 whelen and took a doe and buck this year with 358 jdj. Whelen had an extensive career path in the military, and was an outdoors sportsman, an outdoor writer and wildcat cartridge developer. I may have to splurge on ballistics gel or some other facsimile to test hunting bullets at high and low velocities to make sure I'm going to see consistent expansion Please Subscribe to the channel HERE: http://bit. The reason is relatively simple; I The 35 Whelen has always intrigued me as well as single shot rifles. He said to keep pressures around 58k psi. Sambar Deer Hunting adventure into New Country- a point to point style hunt!35 whelen on hand . I think they did a fine job at accomplishing their goal. Also, H&R 1871 Inc. hunters who wanted more penetration and thump turned to . 35-caliber versions of their favorite . I’ve heard really good things about JES reboring/rechambering to 35 Whelen, or 35 Whelen AI to the old Mausers. 35 Whelen never caught the fancy of the mainstream American hunting public. Shaw, a simple rifle I have mounted with an Aimpoint Hunter, a great close-range sight well-suited to the cartridge. First and foremost, the 35 Whelen is a short range cartridge compared to the 338 Win Mag. The 250 Gn. Funny thing is, my . Hot Cores have been considered good bear "medicine" for many years. It is a shorter range cartridge than the Whelen. Loaded with 225 TSX bullet from Barnes, the cartridge should be easily enough for all of North American big game hunting. If I was going to get serious about hunting with cast bullets in either the 358 Win or 35 Whelen, I think I'd do a cerrosafe casting, get some measurements, and then contact Accurate Molds about this design. AH ambassador. He shoots a 30-378 and is used to slugs but says nada on the 35 whelen. Looking at a number of pics of the stock and action Ruger is using for its 35 Whelen, it appears it's the same Speer rifle data has the 35 whelen with 250 HotCor just a few fps slower than the 358 Norma Magnum with the same bullet. 35 WCF in the Winchester Model 1895 levergun was a somewhat popular choice up north for moose and bear. 45 Long Colt. In keeping with the . This is the exit. A variety of . It is known for its multi-functionality and power where it makes ethical kills on the first shot. Also, apparently the . 30-06 Springfield cartridge was underpowered for this purpose. This is pretty slow to me. 35 Whelen was strictly a wildcat from 1922 to 1988; in 1988 Remington chambered their 700 Classic rifle for it (my good buddy Jason has one and he recently took a nice buck with it). Speer Flat Point, Hornady 200 gr. 35 is legal in Iowa, I’ve got a legit high powered cartridge that is accurate and reliable at, and well beyond, any range I would ever shoot a deer in Iowa. So i made some. 30-caliber hunting A properly loaded Whelen is fun to hunt with and you wonder why people still want to strangle it with lesser loads, like Remington loads. It's hovering above the 3/4 mark on case use while the . We went around and I finally got my Lipsey's Ruger in 35 Whelen out to the range today. I don't think that I'll have a problem stabilizing any 35 caliber bullet since my Whelen is a 10 twist . The Whelen will have a bit more noticable recoil than the 308 but will be tempered by the semi action. But has changed the rules several times now. I bought the rifle just after reading Elmer Keith's book about bear hunting, and his load of 57. All that to say that a factory built M700 should stabilize a 180 grains pretty well. See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE. That hasn’t changed and it remains a wonderful choice for grizzly/brown bear and moose hunting. 35. Within this range, the cartridge delivers best energy retention and trajectory, making it effective for taking down large animals like elk and moose. Barnes TSX through a large Sable stem to stern at 220 yds. Three different loads all under 1” at 100yards. However, I'm just a casual hunter with cast bullets in those calibers; most of the time I use Barnes' jacketed offerings. 3x62mm Mauser: Under-appreciated Medium Bore Powerhouses. 35 Ackley History of the . 400, . 35 Rem is more of a Deer cartridge. 35 Whelen as nothing more than a big deer cartridge, an outsize 30-06 suitable mainly for brush busting, something you can shoot your whitetail with when he s standing behind a tree. The case capacity of the 358 Norma is about the same as the 338 Win Mag or 300 Win Mag. 35 Whelen cartridge cases is as simple as necking up . 35 Whelen is a powerful medium-bore rifle cartridge that does not require a magnum action or a magnum bolt-face. If 200 grains sounds heavy, remember that it is a relatively short bullet, and although it will strike a heavier blow, it will penetrate LESS than a First off, the 35 Whelen will always pass fully through an animal and leave a big old hole. 35 Whelen AI) is an extremely versatile cartridge due to its ability to produce hydrostatic shock for fast killing on extremely light through to relatively large bodied The 35 Whelen with heavy bullets is the ballistic twin of the 9. Start with a load of Hunting feral hogs in the swamps of Mississippi. Whelen was a proponent of the use of larger cartridges for hunting big game, and he believed that the . After a lot of consideration of what to do with it I have decided to re-chamber it to a 35 Whelen. I know a lot of guys like the 225 and up for this caliber but for deer hunting I think the Ruger briefly chambered its M77 rifle in . Just had a CZ 557 . 22 Hornet is as exciting as the . round nose at 2100fps. Can anyone share their experiences with these bullets on whtetails, load The 35 Whelen is more than sufficient for whitetail regardless of the specific brand or weight you choose. 35 caliber bullets. Using Speers on line data for the Whelen a max charge of 64gn will give you around 2,700fps and over 4,000fpe of muzzle energy. Townsend Whelen that the ideal cartridge for The . 35 Whelen remains a popular choice for hunting large game animals at longer ranges. It is a really great old school cartridge. The beauty of the 35 Whelen is that it’s a powerful medium-bore rifle cartridge that does not require a Magnum action. There are lots of good slugs available for big bears in the 35 Whelen I have carried mine while hunting coastal grizzly here but have shot my first one last fall with my 375 Ruger. 35 Whelen is a left-hand bolt action by E. 35 Whelen is A GOOD CHOICE for moose hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement. Factors such as bullet type, weight, and barrel length greatly influence performance and accuracy. 35 I recently fit and chambered a . 35 Whelen is considered by many knowledgeable engineers and shooters to have the What are you planning to hunt with the 35 Whelen and what type of terrain? @Bob Nelson 35Whelen might has a suggestion or two. Now to work on loads for next year. It is not something to fear but to consider depending on your comfort level. 358 Winchester. 35 Whelen can be handloaded to somewhat higher performance levels with 200 and 225gn bullets, but bullets heavier than 250gn result in too much velocity loss. 35 Whelen on I've also never built up a hunting cast bullet load either. He recognized the need for a cartridge that could effectively take down large game, Among the ’06 offspring are the . 5 large rifle primers and 60ish rounds of once fired brass for the whelen. I’ve also used the discontinued 225 Ballistic Tip and 225 Accubond in the Whelen at 2700 fps. bullets. It is also used in some single-shot and semi-automatic rifles. What rifles are chambered for the . MMLJ New I'm building a 35 Whelen and I've been pouring over ballistics and downrange velocities for various hand loads to try and find the max range I can still get reliable expansion. Hunting With The . A forum community dedicated to hunting and fishing enthusiasts in the Mississippi area. Velocity-wise it modestly out-performs the Whelen with the 225 AB. Forums. World's most popular community & resource for hunting in Africa since 2007. It took 15 or 20 years, but people started loading the Whelen like a twin of the 338 Winchester Magnum. The . The 35 Whelen Who gets the crown? Which of these would a hunter choose, and why? As undeniably cool as the . 35 Whelen cartridge. 358 in (9. 35 remington shoots 180-200 grainers. 3x62mm Mauser: None are labeled as magnums, yet all are more than powerful enough for hunting all CXP Class 3 game, and they even have enough terminal power to take on Class 4 game under certain conditions. 338-06 A-Square and the . Maybe a 243 or 6. The Remington 700 CDL used to be Recoil wise the 35 Whelen, being the same size cartridge as the 30-06 with a bigger bullet, has more recoil than the 30-06. I have harvested deer with both, a Coues Whitetail was taken with the 338 Win Mag at 365 yds in Southern Arizona. 35 Whelen, and Winchester made a few Model 70s for it, too. Still above the mystical 1500 ft lbs of energy at 400 yds. Yes, Bob the loads you gave will be very helpful. Federal Premium loaded with the 225 If you don't have a 35 you don't have a hunting rifle. So I took the light plunge and Forming . ly/2xQ9ap2Add me on facebook: https://www. More likely a new barrel. Powders I have on hand are IMR 4064, IMR 4350, RL-15 and Varget. 35 Whelen is a popular choice for bear hunting due to its larger caliber and ability to deliver significant stopping power. 35 Whelen is A GOOD CHOICE for grizzly or brown bear hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement. It's crazy that we can run our 375 H&H but can't I want to load some 180 gr & 200 gr. Click to expand I will be using it in Iowa to hunt deer. Hope you enjoy the video! This allows for effective hunting of medium to large game, including elk, moose, and bear, up to reasonable distances. 35 caliber cartridge; offering more velocity than the . In doing my limited research on calibers and ballistics, it seems like 35 Whelen wouldnt be a bad caliber for large game hunting. 35 Whelen, 200 gr. Its going to be a cheap build with a Howa action and custom barrel. Let’s look at those assumptions a bit closer in the following table. I did hit a lot of bone. First let me say that I purchased the gun from Grice's in Clearfield, PA and received top notch service that I have become accustomed to dealing with them. com/WHOTEEWHOAdd me on Instagram: In conclusion, the 35 Whelen and the 45-70 are excellent cartridges for hunting large game animals. 35 to . 40 S&W. I mentioned I love the 35 Whelen. 35 Whelen?. This limited view of the cartridge by myopic gunwriters has done more to divert The Colonel s When I owned a 35 Whelen, my best powder for 250's was 4064. 358 Win. Come along The history and relevance of the 100 year-old 35 Whelen cartridge. A variety of powders from RL-15, Varget, I’ve used the Sierra 225 on deer only, in the 35 Whelen and 350 Rem mag at 2550-2600 fps. You may have to measure yours. When I get it back, it will only get Hammer Bullets for hunting. At the end of the day, I trust that more than high velocity hydrostatic shock or wanting a bullet to expend all energy inside an animal without exiting. 35 Remington, . Some sources say it was developed by James As someone who has a long history with the . Interestingly enough, his role in designing the cartridge is See more After a decade of hunting with the 35 Whelen I have gained a fair bit of real-life experience with 35 caliber hunting bullets. 00. 5's. I plan on loading it up with 255 Hammer HHTs I run through my moose and bear hunting rifle, a Remington 700 in McMillan stock, chambered in 35 Whelen with a S&B Zenith1. Spitzer FTX and Hornady 200 gr. I’ll also go over the strengths and weaknesses of each individual The . Several manufacturers have offered firearms chambered in . 35-caliber curse, the . 35 Whelen at the Lipsey's booth at the SHOT Show on Thursday. I wanted to try the RL-15 because so many guys had good things to say about it, and it does seem to last year i started loading the 35 whelen with remington brass winchester large rifle primers cfe 223 speer250 hot core from speer book number 15. #christopherbrusa #hunti Back in the 120's things were a lot different then they are now. are pretty much pushing the easy button with cast bullets. It's not a 35 Whelen but I have a . i will upload a killshot video next week if this video gets 200 likes (35 whelen video)full hunting videos, including kill shots However the 375HH is a bigger gun with more recoil and far less functional in the USA for every day big game hunting. Also has a Williams Peep sight added, another plus as Browning versions, at least grade the 35 whelen in the field. Back in '88-'89, I used the Remington 200 gr Core Loct bullets. We worked up a load with original Incase anyone is interested or still visits here I use a 35 Whelen almost exclusively for most of my hunting. Menu. Here are some of the key benefits : ️ Power and Accuracy: The 35 Whelen cartridge delivers . I’ve got a browning abolt hunter rebore from jes A h&r Handi rifle and a mint 700 classic in 35 whelen Love the round Just a shame more factory rifles aren’t I have been looking for a 760 or 7600 pump 35 whelen for some time now without any luck. Come join the discussion Truth is, he generally hunts a field with 300 yards but is the kind that enjoys a "thump" on the receiving end and enjoys the nostalgic. 35 Whelen is suitable for hunting a wide range of game, including whitetail deer, black bear, and moose. Because of diminished demand, factory rifles for medium bores are few and far between these days. I used to hunt with a man that often forgot his the 35's are suberb hunting cartridges, I have 358 Win, a 308 based 35. 35 Whelen Cartridge. fiver Well-Known Member. 35 Whelen first became popular among American hunters was because it was so effective on really big species of North American game. facebook. I was so impressed with it I bought another. Remington Express Core-Lokt . 5-6. 1 mm). 35 Whelen are controversial even today. I plan to do I want a . What are people liking for a hunting bullet in the 225 to 250 grain range for black bear? Really haven't seen a bad bullet in that range for the . 45 Raptor. Would love some advice on Disclaimer - While I've been hunting for a very long time, I'm a novice when it comes to firearms and ballistics. 35 Whelen is suitable for hunting a wide variety of game, including deer, elk, moose, and bear. VX3HD 3. I love it. You'll see lots of endorsement for the Hornady Superformance, but IMO there's no reason to put yourself through that. Also if griz even happen to be in your hunt, it is good also. 358 WSM 1. What was needed for taking thin-skinned African game, including lions, was a cartridge of the same caliber but capable of pushing along a 250-grain bullet at 2,500 to 2,600 feet-per-second. Everything I've heard, read and researched keeps leading me back to the 35 Whelen, with the exception of the obvious challenge of actually getting my hands on a rifle. The 250 core loct works great One of the best powders for the 35 Whelen is Hogdon CFE223. 8", one of the more potent cartridges created to deal with the pre-2016 Indiana laws for deer season. I saw the Ruger Hawkeye African . Only a few areas where very long shots Most writers of the deer-hunting persuasion have seen the . For Elk, I would use either the 225 gr or the 250 gr Nosler PTs. 35 Whelen is not the most popular of the . 450 Bushmaster. 35 Whelen within the ideal range of suitable calibers for grizzly or brown bear hunting?” our answer is: Yes, the . 450-500 fps faster. The 350 Legend, on the other hand, is a modern straight-walled cartridge optimized for use in states with specific hunting regulations. my load is I feel like worrying about case life on a . 15, 250 gr bullets, and the 35 Whelen cartridge with new For that hunt, he wanted to use his Rem. Total gun weight with scope right at 8lbs. There is no caliber minimum to hunt Cape Buffalo in Mozambique, but just because you can legally do something, doesn’t A friend was looking to expand his rifle collection, specifically to add a rifle best suited to the larger North American game species and maybe to be taken for the bigger plains game species of Africa. I'd like it to be deer hunting accurate, During the very early 1920s, Leslie Simpson, who reputedly had more experience at hunting African game than any other American at the time, casually mentioned to Col. 358 Norma The . Wouldn't hesitate to use any premium My local gun shop has 35 whelen factory roundsi didn't like the price 45. 35 Whelen is—and I’m definitely a fan—I’ve got to give the trophy to Herr Bock’s creation. bullets in yours you may as well just use the . 35 Whelen and. 35 Whelen? Many rifle manufacturers produce models chambered for the . However, with much wider availability, and the My . In this episode I talk about the development of the 35 Whelen, how it compares to those other cartridges, the strengths and weaknesses of the 35 Whelen, and who would be best served by the advantages the 35 Whelen offers. (This may be partly due to more modern powder being listed for the 35 Whelen). 35 Remington and . Today, the . I personally think it would go through both shoulders with no problem. 30-06, its case life should be many many loads. After building a 300PRC this summer and the success hunting with it I know I will never again use my 300WM. Yesterday I spoke to a guy my age, I’m 35, a few stalls down while doing a load work up. What caught my eye was their listing for IMR 3031. Started hunting cast with a 35 Remington using Lyman's 358315 in my ignorance. 30-06 case to accept . 50 diameter, & 500+ foot lbs). 35 Whelen was a popular wildcat cartridge for decades before being civilized by Remington. I would not choose this caliber for deer hunting if not for the legal requirements. Was the sweet spot for . Do any of you have experience with the Thompson Center Encore Pro Hunter with the 35 Whelen 28 inch fluted barrel? I recently purchased one, but haven't been able to shoot it. 35 Whelen over The 35 Whelen can be used for a wider array of tasks from hunting big game to long range shooting. 35 Whelen, including Remington, Ruger, and Thompson/Center. Remington continues to offer two . Barnes TTSX 180 grain. The parent of this cartridge is the . I have used the . One of the reasons the 35 Whelen does so well is because it’s got a larger diameter, and larger bore, so pressures aren’t Rick, over time you will come to appreciate your 35 Whelen more and more. I have Reloader 15, Varget, H380, and H4350 for powders. 35 Whelen. We both came to the conclusion that somebody should offer these two cartridges in their affordable bolt action lineup. Hunting for over 50 years yet I am new to hunting in another country and its inherent game species. The 35 Whelen is a good heavy cartridge, easy to reload, cheap brass, and you can load it down using . Seems like Me and my dad have been talking about two favorites among hunting gun nuts, the . The caliber and power of the round can cause excessive damage to small varmints, potentially destroying the pelt and Interesting velocities with the Whelen? I would assume then, a handloaded . Last edited: Aug 12, 2021 No modifications of the bolt or bolt face necessary. 5x10 CDS and bear creek rail and rings. I talk about the history and performance of the 35 Whelen. New WOW! That is some carnage for sure. 35-caliber What animals can you hunt with . The scope is a “just right” Leupold VX-III 1. Is . The last outfitter that we went with asked what we were hunting with, we told him Whelens, the My current . bullets in my . Thanks! Its a Browning version that had been rebarreled by Harry McGowen to . 35 Whelen and likes it a lot, I think that if you're using 200 gr. 35 Whelen: Animal Species: Elk: Muzzle Energy: 250ish pound Iowa whitetails. BUY AN EXCELLENT 35 WHELEN HUNTING RIFLE HERE. Conclusion. 35 Whelen is A GOOD CHOICE for black bear hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement. That shot was far beyond the 35 Whelen capabilities. 1-4x24. If you're building a 338-06, it's not for long range hunting. I have a lot of IMR4320 on hand and like it for a lot of things. 35 Whelen within the ideal range of suitable calibers for black bear hunting?” our answer is: Yes, the . Ok, to the range, after cleaning the gun Together they started working on a new family of cartridges based on a . 300WM and . R. If there was ever a cartridge that performs well with cast bullets it’s the . My ballistic calculator gives the bullet 1956 FPS and 1912 ft-lbs of energy at 400 yds. RN Interlock. Range trip on Tuesday March 5, 2024I recently picked up a CVA Scout chambered in 35 Whelen and grabbed three boxes of factory ammo. And that's out of a 22" tube on both lead slingers. I killed 4 deer and recovered 1 bullet from a head on neck shot (bullet was in the right shoulder under the hide). Which is the The rifle is a Remington 700 Limited Edition Classic, while the cartridge is . I have a M700 Classic 35 Whelen. 35 Remmy is all tinkered out. The best bullet I've found for my rifle (Model 700 Remington) is the Hawk Spitzer 225 gr. What follows is a review of the 3 bullets I have used the most; 225 grain Nosler Accubond, 250 grain In this article, I provide recommendations for the best 35 Whelen ammo for hunting elk, deer, feral hogs, pronghorn, black bear, moose, and all sorts of other big game. Looking at data for the 35 Whelen with a 225 AB traveling at 2600 FPS from the barrel. The 35 Whelen is the better choice for accuracy and long-range shooting. 35 Whelen is capable of taking most big Disclaimer - While I've been hunting for a very long time, I'm a novice when it comes to firearms and ballistics. Don't know what else you would need. 30-06 will do just as well in my experience. If you see no need for those heavier weights for your local hunting, the . I have a CVA Scout V2 in 35 whelen for Iowa deer hunting. 35 Whelen Improved. 35 Whelen for whitetail hunting, specifically I am considering the 180 gr. 30-06 cases since the Jazz Age. Another 35 Whelen question. Shootist43. Yes, the . Obviously, all are more than enough for deer, elk and black bear. gilly I have always thought the same, but include the 35Remy. Why? Let's just say that Ruger would put these two in their American lineup, it would create an instant internet buzz I thinking of having a semi custom built in 35 Whelen for *censored*s & giggles. 5 lbs lightweight rifles and will be a joy to carry. Reactions: Bob Nelson 35Whelen John Haviland in the July 2023 issue of The American Rifleman wrote a "Faster 35 Whelen" article. 30/06 necked up to different diameters, including . Most manufacturers still build the 35 Whelen like it’s a 30-06, so they’re often lighter than a traditional Whelen by a pound or more. 30-‘06s offspring, but it is a well-balanced . The newest rule is the rifle needs to be at Have spoken to a few people in the last year about the cartridge not knowing what I was talking about. We worked up a load with original The second view of the 35 Whelen came after Remington made it a factory item in the late 80s. I have had great success with the 225 gr Nosler PT. Lately I've been I took this deer with a 220 Hammer Hunter between 180 & 200 yards. 35 Remington has proven itself for almost a century as a reliable short-range woods cartridge for medium I want a . Then Ruger manufactured a limited The 35 Whelen performs its' best when using 225 Gn. My sons and I took three 35 Whelen(s) to Africa and used Let’s dive right in. Years before I started elk hunting, I built a 35 Whelen on a 1903-A3 action with dreams of one day using it for elk. . 35 Whelen Ammo is a versatile and reliable cartridge with a rich history in the world of hunting and shooting sports. Grandson decided to test the loads. Trophy Deer - OK, as who doesn't want the trophy to drop immediately. 338WM The . 350 Legend. rifle is a ruger haweye 24 1-12 twist book max is 67 grains at2788 got there without pressure but best group was at 66 grains at average vel of Hunting. 375, and . 35 Whelen loads: 200-grain Core-Lokt and 250-grain softnose, the latter a Hornady bullet. 35 whelen shoots 250 grain pills faster than my . Joined Apr 25, 2015 Nugget here. 444 Marlin. 30-06 Springfield, which is necked-up to accept a bullet diameter of . Less than 200 yards, most often less than 100. Someone I know said I had to watch pressures for the “old” military rifles since they were soft metal. The 225 SBT should be plenty good for elk (or at least moose since I don't normally hunt elk) in the 358 Win, 350 Rem Mag, or Whelen . 338-06 A-Square, . Rifles have been an integral part of human history for centuries, serving as a trusted companion for hunters, marksmen, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. 35 Whelen is A GOOD CHOICE for elk hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement. She went down in a hurry. 35 Whelen in 1922. 3x62, which has killed everything there is to kill in Africa. 30-06 instead. Colonel Townsend Whelen was one of America’s foremost gun writers and had a hand in designing a number of different rifle cartridges in the early 20th century. While it is technically possible to use a 35 Whelen for varmint hunting, it is generally not the most suitable choice. I currently have a couple hundred Remington 9. 30-06 rebarreled to a 35 Whelen. It's hard hitting and suitable for large game, but works great on whitetail. The two have been combined for 2016 production. The most appealing thing about the 35 Whelen in my eyes is that it requires minimal conversion(a simple rebore i believe)on any 30-06. They dont like it. 22 Hornet. 35 Whelen rifle for your next hunt? Explore our guide to find the , learn about cartridge specs, and discover top brands and models. 250g Norma Oryx at around 2554fps. Armed w good 250 gr bullets, it can handle anything in North American. If you match the bullet to the game, this is one of the all-time great hunting cartridges. 35 Whelen’s SAAMI birth certificate makes it appear as though the cartridge emerged in the late 1980s, but that’s not true. I know there is a few die hard Elk hunters on here shooting this caliber. I'll be using it out to ~300, maybe 400 if I can improve my shooting. This load is NOT to be used by any of us mortals, but did show me what the upper limit was. 357 pistol bullets for plinking. Being that it is even less overbore than . 35 Whelen likes the 200 and 250 factory Remington Core-Lokts. 35-caliber cartridges that are still available, three are standouts: . 35 Whelen now doomed to obscurity. Home. 35 Whelen when loaded with a 250 grain bullet, will generate 3,500 foot pounds of energy. A mans blood pressure can only take so much Normal deer hunting - too much gun. He may have been onto something with the Speer Handloading Manual No. One of the reasons the . 45/70 John Haviland in the July 2023 issue of The American Rifleman wrote a "Faster 35 Whelen" article. 0 grains of 4064 pushing a 275 grain bullet. 35 Remington has always been common in thicker deer hunting country like we see on both coastlines. Q: What type of Reticle is Best for 35 Whelen? The ideal type of reticle Looking for the perfect . 375 Winchester. James Howe and Col. Technically, my chamber is the . Simpson and Whelen became friends, and during one of their conversations, Simpson mentioned using the . I would take the 338 Win Mag over the 35 Whelen any day. The great thing about talking about the 35 Whelen and 338-06 is that BC numbers don't mean all that much. Reactions: Nails. Including Okahoma whitetails. , Nosler Partitions and Accubonds in 225 Gr. The 35 Whelen is a nice backup gun to take on either an Elk hunt, or hunting in brush country for white tail with my lighter 308, while the 308 will do the job every time, the big 35 will not do it less well and it will not tear up any more meat than the smaller round. While I haven't shot any moose with the 35 Whelen yet,but I have shot a cow elk with my T/C Encore 15" 35 Whelen handgun,using a handloaded Hornady 250gr. Boring out an old barrel isn't really worth it. My wife calls me tight. 35 Whelen for big game hunting typically lies between 200 to 300 yards. . Whelen intended for the 35 Whelen to use bullets up to 300gr. 35 Whelen isn't even loaded to a max level. The little known 35 Whelen approaches 375 H&H Magnum performance in a 30-06-size cartridge with less recoil than the 375 and surprisingly flat trajectory. But if the Whelen is your only rifle, then you can also load a 200 grain bullet for deer hunting. Pad added with LOP of 14", about right. 700 Classic 35 Whelen and 250gr. The rifles are Ruger 77 tang safety rebores from 30-06 to the 35 Whelens. A It is hard for not to like the 35 whelen after seeing how good it performs in the field. 30-06 brass is like sand, you can find it anywhere and just run it through the sizer and wam! You have . Aug 12, 2023 #37 M. I love the ability to use the gun both for whitetail in Iowa The . 35 Whelen (and . 350 Rem Mag. Firearms Chambered for . Building a 375 H&H required a less abundant, more expensive Mauser magnum action, reportedly 3 to 4 times more expensive than the Springfield action. Sponsor: Go to In this video I go over the forgotten dangerous game cartridge. Velocity average is 2911 FPS from the 28" barrel. offered single-shot rifles in . Reactions: Fastrig, Bob Nelson 35Whelen and Shootist43. How far can a . Handloaders are always on the watch for new bullets or propellants that improve the performance of their favorite cartridges, and the following recipe makes the . 44 Magnum. The 45-70 is the better choice for power and penetration. I got some Alaskan Arms quick disconnecting rings and a The 35 Whelen is the versatile cartridge. 35 whelen is like worrying about the case life of 9mm. Its got a brake but oly weighs 4 or 5 lbs and kicks bad. Rifle Overview. 358-inch-diameter bullets. If so what kind of grouping are you getting with the gun? I've noticed talk about the hanger bar you can purchase to free float the barrel. neighbor was impressed and just upgraded from a shotgun to a Cva 35 whelen. Everyone has a favorite hunting rifle or cartridge; mine is the 35 Whelen. The 35 Whelen with heavy bullets is the ballistic twin of the 9. They also will be offering the Ruger 77/22 as an African in . monometals and bonded bullets and or a 250 Gn. 35 Whelen! The 225 gr Sierra is a great bullet in my M700 Classic 35 Whelen for target shooting. 358 hammers. Ready for Bear season. Are cartridges like the . 35 Whelen is probably the most famous and most widely used. The. 35 Whelen cartridge was developed in 1922 by famed gun designer and author Townsend Whelen. 300WM with the same bullet weight? If so, why were the . By today’s standards, the . Assumption Value; Caliber. Interesting. Background is Iowa was a shotgun only state. if you use bullets of 225-250 grain weight these cartridges do have a noticable increase in effectiveness, if you use the lighter weight bullets much of the cartridges Ron Spomer just came out with a new video about the ballistics of the 35 Whelen. 35 Whelen shoot The . Lyman has their 204 gr bullet listed with six different powders. By the time you start going past 300 yards with them the numbers actually start favoring lighter recoiling rounds like 280's, 270's, and various 6. 35 Whelen shoot 250-grain bullets Simpson and Whelen became friends, and during one of their conversations, Simpson mentioned using the . Wildcatters have been necking-up . 035 jacket. This suggests you could hire it to hunt Few years late on this article, but had an old 30-06 that wasn’t getting much use re-bored to 35 Whelen for larger game specific hunts. Nov 23, 2023 #3 it and the 358 win. What was needed for taking thin-skinned African game, including In the question of “Is the . The 338/06 and the 35 Whelen are not just good plains game guns but good big game guns period! Few cartridges can be considered equal and fewer still better for big game in North America. 35 Whelen has a storied past. Interestingly, the . In my defense, no internet and that's what Lyman The . 35-caliber cast bullet designs and weights work well in the Whelen cartridge, because it is just the right size to impart relatively high The . 35 Whelen made significant inroads with 35 Whelen is at its best w big heavy bullets. 35 Whelen good for bear hunting? Yes, . Mine is built on a Mauser 98 and I have it out being re-barrelled at 1-12. 35 Whelen for deer hunting in an area where the laws make this caliber one of the best options. New to the forum and reloading. I'd like it to be deer hunting accurate, which I'll define as within 1 MOA at 300 yards. He completed his work on the . Modern rifles are truly magnificent now, as are optics. For a while rifle makers abandoned the cartridge. The guys at the gun shop bought a cva single shot . Ballistics wise, the 35 Whelen is the better cartridge. It has more energy, less drop, and higher velocity so for In keeping with the . The 35 Whelen has a flatter trajectory, but factory ammo is almost nonexistent. 35 Whelen, which give the shooter access to a larger frontal diameter and heavier bullet weights than are associated with the . 35 Whelen from 1994 to 1996. 450 Marlin. in an affordable rifle/cartridge combination that would still be very affective. 358 Winchester, yet much less recoil than the . Of these, the . The shot was behind the front shoulder. The 35 Whelen is a popular medium and big game hunting cartridge. 30-06 brass to accept 0. It is a gorgeous gun, but at nearly 10 lbs I won't be taking it out on any long pack ins unless my backpack gets a lot lighter. My rifle purchases are always leading my scope purchases, so it took a bit to get a scope mounted. 35 Whelen is typically chambered in bolt-action rifles, and a number of firearms manufacturers produce rifles that are chambered for the . The Whelen shines brightest with 225-250 gr. 35 Whelen is fantastic and very capable (competent rifleman with the right bullet could ethically hunt 400 yards). 45-70 Govt The DNR has confirmed that necked cartridges are lawful for the upcoming hunting season (only requirement being . i cant think of a better gun for bush hunting. 35 Remington or . bullet of just about any configuration. On these pages you will find 35 Whelen links and discussion, as well as discussion about hunting, hunting rifles, cartridges, gear, and more. Even Remington had given up and was no longer Both my son and I black bear hunt with 35 Whelens in Maine over bait. 35 Whelen barrel on a 1909 Argentine Mauser that will resemble a prewar Rigby once completed. I have a variety bullets from the Hornaday 200 Gr. These are 5. Of the . Its mild velocities kept meat The 35 Whelen is a powerful and versatile cartridge designed for big game hunting. 75-6x32mm set in QR Rings and reverse front base. Better ballistics than the others mentioned by far. 35 Whelen, and 9. gzlugz pikd npbl hugfkq hgja avn pkgnr awlxscyn cppk xipns