Savage 110 .243, russian sks, and Marlin30-30. Remember that no matter how big of a shoulder cannon you get, shot placement is what matters the most. And make sure that you pick a rifle that is suited for the terrain and conditions that you will typically hunt. My friend uses a .300 ultra mag and has never taken a shot over 50 yards...the only thing it does really well at that range is ruin a lot of meat.