I have a Ruger Hawkeye in 6.5x55. I really like it as a hunting rifle. Low recoil, drops mulies in their tracks, shoots like a laser, what could I not like? Well, I’m not sure about 6.5x55 on elk. If your only comment is that Swedes have killed moose with them for years, save your breath....I got that. I’d also be willing to bet most Swedes would rather have a 9.3x62 in their hands on that hunt!
I don't think you'd be under-gunned at all by pairing your Swede with a 140 grain Nosler Partition.
Besides, I think a person really has much better success on using a rifle they "really like" as you state above.
Good luck on your final choice!
“Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.” --- Will Rogers
