Not a resident of an Elk state. 70 years old in good shape. Wall tent hunt ok did it a few years ago on horseback. 12000 ft air is a little thin. Do not need or want chocolate on my pillow at night. Coffee and shower in the am would be ideal but just coffee and water for my face is fine...
One more thought. As was said rb. The one time a great scope made a difference was an evening shot with low light . It only happened once but a good scope with good light transmission can make the difference.
My son is now 22. Bought him a Tika when he was 14. Stainless steel barrel I also bought myself a Tika. Great rifle we shot out too 700 yard accurately. Scope and caliber is open. He shoots a 270 Jack O'Connor recommended. I shoot a 308.
We both have 6.5 Creedmoor and I have a 6.8. we...