OP, I'm going to jump on the boring bandwagon and recommend the 30-06 with a 3-9 ish scope. The 3-9 Burris FFII with ballistic reticle is a deal, a solid scope (I have 2 or 3), but about the minimum in quality I care for. Next up I would recommend the VX3-HD 3.5-10, and after that the VX5-HD 2-10.

If you need something more exotic, a Kimber in 280AI would be sweet.

Today's premium bullets really make our choices easier. TTSX, a-frames, etc.

What is your budget? That will narrow things down.

Last edited by plumbum; 09/26/21.