thanks guys i am leaning toward the .270, it seems to be the most accurate,see ive also got a .308, its semi auto which is alright but the thing is too damn heavy thats why im in the market.I believe is a remington model 740 woodsmater if anyone has one.I just like the .270 better,my step dad has a 7mm rem mag and ive shot it and it just doesnt impress me.Its barrel is just too long for its own good.yes it shoots fast hard and accurate but where i hunt i doubt im going to have a shot over 150.Heck I might even get a 30-30 just because its light,an excellent brush gun but the only thing i dont like is the fact it doesnt have alot of stopping power.I think ill get the 270 does anyone know a good one thats fairly inexpensive and still gets the job done