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Wsm cases are pretty beefy(2.10 length- .555 head). Not many cases that fat if at all. 65-70 grain loads in such a short case - I’d say that qualifies as magnum. Yes we do get back to the ole standards. Prior to both my 325s I only shot 30-06,30-30,.22lr, and 12 gauge. I was looking for an Elk, moose, big bear rifle that shot with more energy and flatter in a light package. The 325 wsm surely accomplished that criterion. Got more than double the 30-06 in ft. Lbs of energy at 500 yards.Although I got to admit, I let my self be sold a bit-lol. Your point is well taken. On the other hand the 325 is a highly underrated caliber. Besides always great to find reasons to accumulate more beautiful firearms. Even if the marketers did see me coming from a mile away(LOL). I rationalize that the 325 got me into reloading- another fantastic hobby that is gratifying and therapeutic.

Years ago in the 80's I used to hunt in the Catskills and Adirondacks. Did you ever get the 325? I own 2 and they are great rifles. The caliber is ideal for Moose and Elk. It is flat shooting and sends a 220 grain pill nearly 2800fps. Many guys in the North west,Alska and open country kick but with the caliber. It is  a lightweight rifle that accompanies the cartridge and shoots as good as a 338 win mag. Some guys use it for Brown Bear and cape Buffalo also. Non belted case also. Easy reloading.The 325wsm is not very popular but many love it. Hendershots,Nosler,Double Tap Ammo all have ammo.Others too. It is expensive but available. There are enough 8mm bullets. Woodleigh,Barnes,Sierra,Nosler and more. If you have gotten a 325 you will find everything on the internet. Woodleigh even has 250 grain bullets and data for the cartridge.This caliber rocks and if I ever burn out the barrels I will get new ones. I put brakes on mine cause i'm gettin older. Wish I didn't cause they loosen my scopes and the recoil was never really that bad. I overcompensated.

If you need any info on 325 wsm message me- I’m a new member and thought I posted to everyone. Not sure and don’t have time to check. Double tap ammo and Hendershots will make 325 ammo. I bought 10 boxes from double tap at $64 a box. Have not tried Hendershots( they are very expensive-$94to$120) but use highest quality components.When I go on expensive hunts I will splurge for Hendershots if I don’t use my reloads.

Great caliber I own a Kimber and a Browning titanium. If you want more input message me