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Old 08-28-2007, 09:13 AM
denton denton is offline
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I have both a 6.5x55 and a 7x57, and consider them my most useful, all-around rifles. However, to get full performance out of them, you have to find a way to load to modern pressures. At modern pressures, the 6.5 is really outstanding, and the 7x57 is the ballistic twin of the 270, which is a fine cartridge.

So I think the answer depends a little bit on your reloading situation.

If convenience is an issue, you won't go wrong with a 260, 270, 7mm-08, or 257 Roberts. If you're an experienced reloader, the 6.5x55 probably can't be beat. As nearly as I can tell, the 6.5x55 beats out the 25-06 in every way except ammunition availability.
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