Have you shot any game with those Absolute Hammers yet? From my experience they act like a lead-free Partition on game, shedding the nose pedals and the shank continues on through.
Nice Swede by the way!
My Dad said the very same thing. He passed away a few years ago at the age of 93, and hunted all his life with only a 30-06. He shot everything from ground squirrels to elk with a good old 30-06.
I really enjoy reloading, as of right now I'm reloading for 8 different rifles. Many of those I have several different loads using different bullets. I'm also retired, so that makes a big difference!
Welcome to the forum! Lots of good advice above.
My M70 25-06 shoots just about everything well, but especially 115g Ballistic tips. I have used RL26, Retumbo, Magpro, IMR7828 and 4831. All have worked well , but RL26 gives the best accuracy and velocity.
If you get a chance try some 115g...