I appreciate the replies. The 270 I have is a pump, and about fifty years old. I'd prefer a bolt action. I'm leaning toward the 30-06. If I ever have occasion for something bigger than that, I'll upgrade to a 338.
Now we are making a bit of progress.
I too would prefer a bolt action and that would prompt me to consider a new rifle if I were in your boots.
If I was considering a new bolt action rifle for elk hunting I personally would get it in the best cartridge for elk hunting.
The 7mm Rem Mag offers slight but real world advantages over both the 30-06 and .300 Win Mag.
Spending a bit of time researching the 7mm Rem Mag might pay dividends in your elk rifle purchasing scheme.
