I've never been a fan of the WSM concept. In general, the ballistics are 'almost" the equivalent of their long-action brethren (300 WM, 7mm Rem Mag, etc), but available in an action 1/2" shorter....big deal. The one exception is the 270 WSM, which exceeds 270 Win ballistics by a bunch, bringing it up to 270 Wby levels without the ammo expense, limited rifle selection, free-bore issue, etc. Mine is in a newer Steyr Classic Mannlicher half-stock, so accuracy is superb. I've now relegated my 7 Rem Mag to 160gr loads, and use 130 and 140gr in the 270 WSM.
I agree with you Biebs. The 270 WSM gives you 270 Weatherby performance in a short action rifle. I think that's a good combination.
