Savage Sam, I think you’re onto the right track, 25-06 and 7-08 are great cartridges, add a 243 and a 308, even a 257 Roberts. Most important thing is to have a rifle that fits him and that he can shoot accurately. Practice with him and he’ll be good to go.
I started my son off with a savage axis 243 and now he shoots a Tikka 270. He shot his first buck at 398yds through the heart with a 243, dropped within 60-80 yards of where it was hit. This year he has a moose draw and if he doesn’t get it with his bow he’ll be using his 270. My youngest son will start out with that same 243 then move up to whatever he wants, if he wants to move up that is.
I sure hope the statement that you don’t have to be a proficient shot if you shoot a magnum was said as extreme sarcasm.
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