I woke up at 3:00 a.m. because of this nightmare scenario you put in my head !!
Depending on what you hunt and how often, where you hunt, and how you prioritize the satisfaction you get from each species you pursue, you could range from .243 through .300 mag.........
i have therefor concluded that you should pick your favorite rifle and caliber and borrow someone else s rifle in a different chambering if the situation calls for it...the same goes for the scope
there is no wrong, no right, and no better then the other answer on this one...i have tried since i first read this post last night and again when i awoke to be able to come here and post "what it is" i would have and i cant do it...i quit !!

Last edited by elkivory; 09/17/11.