If you want a left-handed rifle with a good reputation, have you considered the Tikka line? It seems there are a number of vendors that have models in 7mm-08. I don’t make recommendations, but I can say that all the ones I own and have owned easily satisfied their sub-MOA precision guarantee with good ammunition.

Haven't the Swedes been taking elk sized game with a 6.5 (x55) for a 100+ years?
https://ammo.com/comparison/6.5x55-vs-65-creedmoor

The quest is over.
On order is a Tikka LH T3X Superlight Gen 2 in 308.
It’s not the 7mm-08 but I already have a shitload of 308 ammo and the threaded barrel will let me use brake/can.

Thanks for letting me bounce ideas off you guys!

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Originally posted by Todd Huffman:
I just Googled 7mm 08 Left Hand Rifles and it appears Buds Gun Shop has what you're looking for in stock

I’m confused…all I see is Axis 2 rifles which do NOT have a V2 stock.
Do you have a link?

I'm sorry. I misunderstood, I thought it was the version two, not the adjustable V2. My mistake.

No biggie Todd. The Savage line is quite jumbled.
This will be my first Tikka.
Now I just have to wait for the store to get it shipped to them. What day is it? DAMN!

I have one 7mm-08 then 2, 284 Win rifles, then a few 308’s. My reality is they are all not far apart ballistically. Yes I realize hairs can be split at longer ranges. I’m almost never over 100 yards with my deer hunting.

I think your Tikka is a fine choice. When you try it out give it the best chance by trying a few types of suitable ammo, looking for something it prefers. I’m sure you have a nice scope to move over. Get the trigger to your liking.

To mitigate recoil, use padded clothing at the range, ear muffs, etc.. I see a removable brake is mentioned. With shots on game recoil is usually much less of an issue.

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With shots on game recoil is usually much less of an issue.

True…but at the range testing loads is where recoil can raise its head.
I mean, nobody chooses a slow load, even if it’s accurate. Because nobody wants a hunting bullet that has an effective range 100s of yards less than the area you will be hunting.

Disregard if deer hunting at short ranges. Whitetails and muleys are pretty easy to drop DRT. (I firmly believe that a deer shot in the head/high neck means you don’t have to chase it)
Speed and accuracy matter. Especially as we move into the copper only world of bullets for elk.

I’ve got rings ordered, the vertical pistol grip already arrived and the new recoil pad is waiting for install.
Now I just need the gun to show at the store!!