Colorado Lucky Dog, certainly not trying to start an argument. Here's the deal...I'm 31 andhave been hunting since I was 10. Even though I've managed to take quite a few deer over the years with all sorts of calibers, I've never really stuck with one. I have a habit of buying and selling guns so I can try new stuff out.
Now, as I get a little older and more set in my ways, I want to get a rifle that I stick with, and I know I want it to be either a .270 or .30-06

I just like hearing personal experiences/opinions from folks who have used one or both of these calibers more than I have to help me make my decision on which caliber fits me best.