you said it very well crosshair.

Jim in Idaho, I liked your joke.

I would just like to take a moment to recap as indicated in my original statement.

Of the 2 cartridges in question the 6.5 swede does have a slight edge over the 260. It does.

The greatest argument in favor of the 260 is COAL making it a short action cartridge.

I still say the assets of the 6.5 swede cartridge is all about the cartridge its self obviously in SPITE of it not making "best use of a long action".
The assets of the 260 cartridge, which most overlap the same circle with the Swede, include the 260's ability to be a practical choice in a short action.
you must admit that part of the 260's desirability is that it is a short action cartridge.

I will say again. these cartridges are very similar or we wouldn't be having this conversation.

If a short action is important to an individual, the that is a reason to help guide ones choice in cartridges.

Mr. Sako75 Im sorry you kinda got left behind in this conversation.

if you want a short action go with the 260 remington
if you want to use factory ammo go with the 260 Remington
if you want to hand load for a short action go with the 260 remington
If you want a 260 Remington go with the 260 Remington

if you want a little more punch go with the 6.5x55

1. I now see the wisdom and merits of much older generations.
2. Technology makes things cheaper, easier, and less labor intensive, but not necessarily better.