I am looking for a big game rifle. I am planning on going on an elk hunt next year with my dad and i dont have a rifle. I am looking for a caliber to kill elk and maybe some day bear. My dad has a 300 weatherby and i have shot that with no problem the recoil does not bother me. I just dont want to spend $1500 for a rifle i would be willing to spend $1000.00. It will strictly be for big game and i will reload for it. So what are some ideas.

Thanks