I've got the itch to get a new rifle and it appears the .25-06 is going to win out. I'll be mostly shooting paper and coyotes with an occasional trip out west for Mulies and Antelope.

I've been through the rifle racks and have narrowed down to a couple rifles. I liked the T3 and the Savages, but I really want a 24" barrel to maximize performance of this round.

In the same price range I like the Remington 700 (either in SPS Stainless/Composite or in the CDL Blue/Walnut) and the Ruger MkII Hawkeye.

For the same money, which rifle would you prefer and why?