I agree with chiefks. It really depends on what and where you hunt meaning the size of the game and the average distance of your shot. I have had both, and personally I preferred the 30-06. Where I huntI can find myself hunting for moose, deer or bear at any given time. Therefore I find the flexibility and slightly greater knock down power of the 06 works better for my hunting situations. However both are good calibres, inexpensive shells and good selection of bullets.