Ed, I normally prefer an 8t as you know in 6.5s, but I feel a 284 or '06 case, and of course the 264 WM are fine w/8.5 and even 9t. Running more powder/speed, rpms are higher, and the tad slower twist might ease pressures a bit w/long bearing surface 6.5s and I believe that is why many 264s have a tad slower spin then say a Swede, but just my hunch.
I think a 6.5RM would be a neat round if wanting the '06 performance, but in a short action. The 284 should get it done also.
Had the 6.5 been made in WSM, barrel burner or not, it would scream and recoil not so bad (as say a 300), esp. w/lighter well constructed bullets.
