419: 257 Weatherby RPM With Richard Mann

About this episode

Richard Mann discusses the new 257 Weatherby Rebated Precision Magnum cartridge and its implications for hunters.

Field & Stream shooting editor and 25 caliber aficionado Richard Mann joins me in this podcast episode to discuss the new, SAAMI standardized 257 Weatherby Rebated Precision Magnum. Richard discusses the origins of the 257 RPM, some of his experiences shooting and hunting with it, how it compares to the 25-06, 25 Creedmoor, and 257 Weatherby, and what the new Weatherby cartridge offers hunters. Sponsor: Make sure you're signed up for my email list by going to Biggamehuntingpodcast.com/ebook . You'll get my free E-BOOK when you do so and you'll also receive the emails I send out every weekday. If you like The Big Game Hunting Podcast you'll love those emails. Join the Big Game Hunting Podcast tribe for the potential opportunity to have a future podcast guest answer one of your questions on the air along with access to all my bonus material at www.patreon.com/biggamehunter Please hit that "SUBSCRIBE" or "FOLLOW" button in your podcast app to receive future episodes automatically! Resources Rifle Cartridges for the Hunter – Richard Mann's book referenced in this podcast Learn more about Richard by supporting him on Substack: Empty Cases Substack Other Episodes Referenced In The…

People in this episode

Host: John McAdams

Guest: Richard Mann

Topics covered

• hunting
• firearms
• cartridges
• shooting
• outdoor sports

Keywords

• 257 Weatherby RPM
• hunting cartridges
• shooting experiences
• Richard Mann
• firearm comparisons

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Field & Stream, Big Game Hunting Podcast, Substack, Patreon

Products: 257 Weatherby Rebated Precision Magnum, 25-06, 25 Creedmoor, 257 Weatherby

Books & works: Rifle Cartridges for the Hunter

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