It depends on the size of deer in your area. If your larger bucks hardly make 200 lbs, then it should be ok. However if they average 200 or higher, i would opt for the 270WSM. Not only afford some more pop, but it has been out longer so ammo and load data will be more available. If your looking for a varmit rifle then imo there are plenty of great ones already out, but it would seem you want one for both. Maybe a 260 or 270 standard would be an option, ammo is cheaper and load data plentiful...just a thought.