I looked at several deer rifles this week....If I bought a new one I'd go with a 7mm-08 in the Remington CDL....It balances beautifully....

A .270 is a great caliber (one of my brothers has two)...My other brother has a 7mm-08 and a .280...not a bit of difference in their effectiveness on deer...

With the shorter cartridges there is more weight between your hands and the gun just feels better...To me...