Im only 26 and to tell the truth, down here in my woods; the longest shot is about 100yards. And I have killed more deer with my old 200dollars 30/30 marlin than all the other guns in my closet. 30/30 just doesnt have the range, and if you ever get to where you can get teh 200+ yard shot the 270 will not let you down. Also on the
For out of the box accuracy and the finest standard trigger out there, you won't beat the Savage
I will say my Winchester has a stiff trigger out of box. but i can constantly put 5 rounds inside 1" at 100&200 yards. Let us know what you get. Also get you a good reliable scope on top of your rifle. And no matter what gun you go with you will enjoy it im sure.