Re: Why do some of you guys want a 6.5CM over a 6CM?
I shoot a lot of factory ammo... or semi custom. No time to reload.
Barrel life is much better, I would rather shoot more and worry less about my round count.
I don't care what it says on paper, in the field is a different story. It's the Indian not the Arrow. The better shooter with more experience shooting their load will win. Knowing is better than hoping your mistake will still wind up on target.
Spotting shots at distance is easier, also at times the impact on heavy steel out farther is easier to see with a bigger bullet. The zippy 6s don't always move the plates.
I see no reason to change from 6.5mm. I have had 260s since 2004, so why switch, there is no advantage in me doing so. I have other calibers, from 7WSM to now, 300NM, so when I need less recoil, the 6.5s do all I personally need without having to learn new tables.
I like the fact I can shoot 22" or shorter 6.5mm barrels and my accuracy is first class, as well my speeds still give me an advantage over a 308. I don't care to use a 26" or longer barrel. If I want to shoot longer rifles, I will grab my 338s.