I like the .270 with 130 grain bullets.It's a proven killer.On the other hand I know several hunters that use and feel the same way about the 25'06.It all comes down to:1)Does it get the job done? 2) Do you like it?.If the answer is yes on both questions,then go with it.I like the .270 and the 30'06 and I go with them because I know firsthand what they can do and I like hunting with them.Go with a gun that does the trick and that you want to hunt with.