I am considering the purchase of a Savage 7mm-08 and am not entirely comfortable with the new slower twist rate - 1-11.5". Rifle will mainly be used to harvest deer.
Called Savage (they will not accept email inquiries) and their response was similar to an earlier thread on this issue, 'we have determined that the best twist rate for the 7mm-08 is 1-11.5" for factory ammo'. I expressed to the customer rep my hunting intentions and asked what factory ammo will be best suited for my needs with their rifle - the rep would not give any specific recommendations. Sometimes a hand written letter receives the best response and I will send out same this evening.

Has anyone fired a Savage 7mm-08 with the new slower 1-11.5" twist rate?

Thank you all for your time in advance on this question and all that I have learned at this forum.