EKM

Got a 270
Got a 30-06
30-06 is substantially better for my purposes (like elk).
Much more versatile.

stalkingbear

Get a .280,learn to reload, and never look back

cubfan56

I agree with other posts. I own both I am using 270 now and really like its performance. If you can shoot the o6 and if you dont mind the little recoil it is the right choice. The bullet selection will cover most of all your hunting needs.

Catus Magnus

In that case, a 30-30 would do nicely. Or a .308 (99% same as 30-06 using 150gr bullets, with less recoil & shorter case)

I've had both 30-06 and .270 - I like the 270 better (both were Savages). The diff was... .270 didn't boot me as hard. In performance on deer, prob. no discernable diff. .270 slightly flatter and delivers more energy at long range than 30-06, unless you go to 180gr bullets in 30-06, in which case it will boot you a lot harder, and you're in overkill territory for LA whitetail anyhows.

Buy the one you like better, knowing .270 is a smidge flatter with whitetail loads, and doesn't boot as hard. If it were me... I'd opt for a .308.

wronkatonk

go with .308

LOUISIANA WHITETAILS

Well guys I ended up getting a used Remington Model 700 ADL synthetic in .270 WINwith a Tasco 3-9x40 scope. The gun was my dads boss and it is in excellent condition. I payed $300 for the gun, and it shoots extremely well.

EKM

Given your desire for a all around caliberfor Louisiana, I think you did just fine; plus it is always nice to fit in with what the gang has.... a regular 270 fraternity.... good hunting.

I'd work on that scope though.

Gangly

Well, I just bought the Rem 700 SPS Stainless in 30-06 yesterday night so you can guess what i would tell you to get.

deerslayer32

definately the .270

saponi

Go with the 30-06 you can do no better. Lots of different bullets and pleanty of power and not to much recoil Good luck