RE: Remington Mountain Rifle
Mykey
If your set on the 25-06 go the 700 bdl,it will perform a little better in the 24 inch barrel with less muzzle blast.
If you want a light package go the mountain rifle in 260 rem or 7mm-08,these cals will be just as accurate as the 25-06 with less muzzle blast in the shorter barrel.
I've owned a 25-06 & 2 7mm-08's over the years & the 7mm-08 will equal or beat the 25-06 with lighter bullets in the 100-120 grain range,it is accurate at the distances you want to shoot at & performs very well with bullets in the 130- 140 grain range.
260 & 7mm-08
You should serriously look at these 2 calibres as I think they are as good as or even supperior to the 25-06.
Good luck
Tumbo