yes that's what the old man told me more then once!!! about the 30-06, he has a semi auto Remington in 30-06 and took down two deer this year with it year .Its the old 7400 model would u happen to know if the 375 is available in most firearm companies line ups or do i need a custom gun? ya i hate tree stands myself i hunt on the ground only i was told the 375 has taken over as the hard hitter in terms of big rounds and is better then the 50cal???