RE: Question about recoil as I consider a new rifle
I agree with the 30.06. After shooting my 12 gauge for years it's pretty easy (the 30.06) plus it's enough gun to take what ever game you want. YOu already have a .243 that can be used on deer (small IMO) but nonetheless, it will work. You would probably want to go big enough just in case. YOu would hate to lose a animal cuz of caliber and cause it to suffer. The 30.06 kicks, but not as much as a 12 gauge. I know 70+ year olds shooting 30.06's and they don't have much of a problem.