Although I don't own one, I think I'd go an M1A., .308 topped with a Trijicon 2.5X10x50 mil-dot reticle with green center.
I missed the 'hunting rifle" part of the question...easy; my Savage Weather Warrior 30-06 with a 3x9x40 Trijicon scope.
I really like that my shotguns get to stay :
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