I have a 6.5-284, which is pretty close to the 6.5-06. See post on this forum about the 6.5-284 for long range hunting. It's about my favorite rifle due to accuracy and proven performance. Dollar for dollar, the new Savage long range hunter in 6.5-284 looks pretty interesting. Not long on asthetics, but those Savages reportedly are super accurate. May be best value on the market for accuracy out of a factory box.

Dirtfarmer