Here's mine:

1. Shoot whatever caliber you like as long as it's legal for the game you plan to hunt.

2. Shoot whatever action you're most comfortable with (practically any new gun will shoot good enough for deer right out of the box, after sighting it in of course). If you want a tack driver just for hunting,,be my guest, waste your money on glass bedding, etc.

3. Whatever you choose...practice...then practice some more.

4. Don't get sucked in to caliber, brand and action arguments. You can't win and everyone has a favorite they swear by but it might not be right for you.

5. When all else fails...see number 4 above.