I'd go with the 7-08 or .260. As lhead pointed out, the mag box length negates the advantage of the creedmoor, since you won't be shooting factory ammo.

I got the .260 but like you I have other rifles I'd use for big stuff (if I ever get a moose tag). Not that the .260 wouldn't work.

So if it'll be used mostly for deer & coyotes, to me that points to a .260. Or even a .243.


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