Boy, semi took the words right out of my mouth.All around 30-06.I own two of them ;Both Remington Woodsmaster 742,but one is an auto and one is a pump. You also have to remember to check the laws if your planning to hunt out of state.For example, you can use a semi-auto in N.Y. but not in Pennsylvania.So check out your neighboring state laws if your planning to hunt there in the future.It could sway you to a pump,auto,lever or bolt.I also own a .308 Browning lever and a 6.5x55 swedish mauser left handed bolt action.I guess Im fortunate to have grown up with a passion for guns,so I started collecting them early.Gotta get a deer this coming season with my 6.5 bolt.Ive harvested deer with pumps,semi-autos and lever actions,so I have to complete the cycle and get one with a bolt.