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If you expect to be carrying that ML a LOT then go with the 26”. Imho i like the longer barrels but either will shoot fine for you to 150-200yards IF YOU PRACTICE. Since youre also going after elk then you should probably look at the heavier bullets, 290gr Barnes are good bullets but hard to find right now. Maybe you can find some 300gr Hornady sst. Either one with its supplied sabot will be a good starting point and may be found locally off the shelf. You might also still be able to find some Thompson Center stuff on shelves. If you are shopping online then there are so many more options available. Look for 290 to 400grain weight for that gun and muley/elk size game. I dont know which breech plug comes with an Optima, loose powder or pellet style, theyre different. You should ask for both just in case.
I will practice a lot. I am pretty meticulous about stuff like this. I anticipate going for Elk if I draw those MZ tag in future years, but for now I am only after my Mule Deer. Would you still recommend the 290 gr Barnes of 30 gr Hornady for Mule Deer?
I usually shop online due to convenience but was able to find primers and powder today my LGS.
I do not know much about the breech plugs. So there are different ones for powder vs pellet? Says it has a quick release breech plug.
Thanks!