All Around its ,( the 6.5 Creedmore ) a great low recoil, balletically terrific cartridge with the correct bullet for its chosen application. Its not a cure all and though out here with long shots, even 500-600 yds and big animals. I have played witness to many lost trophy caliber animals. Many from great shooters that consistently ring the 8 inch gong at 800yds.and can punch paper all day. It just doesnt have what it takes for most to humanely put a big bull Elk ,Bison, whatever, down at that range and often further. Actually the common choice here are 270 wsm, 7mmrem. both 300win,300wnm,,300 Ultra and 28 Nosler. The later 5 being more the canyon bangers. although there are quite a few using 338 Lapua, and improved versions of these. The 6.5PRC and better yet 300PRC are starting to get lots of attention. Lots of sheep hunters have leaned in favor of the 270WSM as the go to Mt. rifle due to Lt. weight, range, kinetic energy, quick bolt through ,etc. On another note... Go shoot some coyotes to keep in practice and take pressure off our game animals.. The Fox Pro X-1 is just amazing! Add a moving decoy and they come screaming in! Stay safe out there!