No one is saying that the .270 isn't a good caliber. The question is, would a lighter caliber work better for a new hunter?

That's the debate here. The .270 has a fair amount of kick, and some people can't handle it. My brother never could deal with full power .270 rounds. I'm certain he could handle a lighter round like the .243 or my 7mm08. They kick less, and are just as effective killing rounds for most game in North America.