I had a Contender back in the day with 14 inch barrel, 4 power TV Lobo scope in 35. Wish I had that one back. Now I still go for stuff a little different. I'd go with a 300 Savage. I knew guys long ago with 300'a in there Contenders. Ammo is still available at Bass Pro and on line. But, like most Savage rounds that can change any minute, Joe.