As the topic suggests, I am looking for my first deer rifle. On the suggestiong of a few friends I was thinking that perhaps the stainless steel rifles are the way to go. I have done a bit of research and have narrowed it down to either a Browning Stainless Stalker or the Weatherby Vanguard Stainless. Do any of you have any opinions on these rifles? Caliber-wise, I've been looking at either .270 Win, .308 Win, or a 30-06. Again, any opinions on those, specifically the .270, which I've been told (but have read to the contrary) lacks the power for deer hunting. Finally, for a scope I've looked at both the Nikon Monarch and the Burris Fullfield II. If you have any tips, advice, suggestions, or opinions, your thoughts will be appreciated.

Thanks!