"And, the 30-06 is overkill in an unnecessarily heavy package. If folks want the heavy rifle overkill, that is their prerogative. But, that doesn't mean it is still the best tool for the job."
I've been in this thread all the way. I don't think anyone BUT YOU are saying the 06 is the BEST. O P title is "the 06 is still a great cartridge""
I think YOU need more exposure to new rifles today. The 06 does NOT have to heavy.
MY 06 is lighter than my 6mm Rem. BOTH are Rem Model Sixes.
I weighed this AM my
T 3 Lite SS 270 Win --> 7lb 6oz T 3X Lite SS 7 RM --> 7 lb 9 oz............with IDENTICAL scopes.
