I had a 1:7.5 twist 25-06 and it was great. I mainly got built it to shoot heavier monos, but I'd be tempted to get one again if Nosler released a heavy Accubond or ABLR in .257
Long video, but this there is a new model Sako released to replace the 85.
Push round feed, dual ejectors, three lug bolt, etc.
Seems to be a solid rifle. Hopefully they release the lefties soon as well.
The same could be said for a lot of cartridges. Why use a 25-06 if you can just light load a 257 wby? Why use a 270 winchester if you can just ligthload a 270 wby? Why use a 30-06 if you can just lightload a 300 win mag? It goes on.
The main advantage to a Weatherby rifle in 338-06 is the use of...
My plan is a 20" bolt action with a nice maple stock. It'll still take large rifle primers because of the lower case capacity and it'll feed better than the other shawties. It's pretty perfect for NA, honestly. Anything the 30-06 does it can do a little faster.