RE: My first deer rifle
Another option is a 243win. I have takenfive mule deer and an antelope with a Remington model 700BDL in 243win. Using Remington 100gr. Core-Lokt factor ammo. The last mule deer was a 5x5 and harvested at 250yds. This cartiridge has light recoil and is good for deer and varmints. My son will be using it this year for deer. While I will be using the new 270wsm. As far as Brand name of gun is to handle all of them to see what fits you. Then after you get whatever rifle you get,go out and shoot to get familar with the rifle.