I'm looking to buy a Sako Finnlight for elk and deer hunting out west and I'm torn between the 7mm RM and the 270 WSM, what are your thoughts? Recoil is a factor. Please don't suggest a 30-06 as I have several. Thanks.
With the short barrel on the Finnlight, I'd go 7...but it would be the little one.
A 7-08 is just right for a Finnlight, IMHO - less recoil, muzzle blast, short action - just needs an Edge.
A 7 mag with that barrel would be a little too close to muzzle break blast level for my blood.
Plus, if you have a stable of '06's, you need a 7-08 more than a 7 Mag anyway...grin.
The 270WSM has never sparked enough excitement for me to deviate from the good ole 270Win for .277 projectiles.
DJ