a gun for the wife? I would think a 223 would knocker arse over teakettle...

Oh you meant for her to use? I first thought 270 but you said 308 and thats a GREAT caliber for a lil woman. Riflewise check out the stainless model 7 in that cal. Stainless, light and compact (synthetc stock as well). Would be an awfully easy rifle for her and still do what needs to be done.

Good luck,
RA