I don't remember which amendment it is, but somewhere in the Bill of Rights it states, "Every man, who is a citizen of the United States, is required to own at least one bolt action rifle chambered in 30-06."
Take a hard look at a 200 grain bullet at 2550-2575 fps for the 30-06. It carries near 2000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy to 300 yards, and shoots flatter than you think.
Consider a Weatherby Vanguard S2, or Winchester model 70 Extreme Weather.
