I have a Tikka and a Kimber 84 both in 308. I like the Kimber for its extreme light weight when hunting rugged terrain. But the Tikka is more accurate, and much less picky about what it shoots. And it is still among the lightest rifles made. Unless you just need to shave another 3/4 lb get the Tikka. And 6.5 CM would be my choice. Nothing wrong with 243, I'm sure it will work too. But the 6.5 gets you into a rifle better suited for bigger game and longer shots with recoil closer to 243 than 308. You never know what type of hunts may be in the future.
