First post here. I am looking to purchase a Howa rifle soon for personal use (adult male) but one that can also be used by my daughter when she is old enough to hunt with me. We are whitetail hunting only with the rifle, so small to medium game is accurate (100-200 lbs). Growing up, all I have ever shot was a 30.06 and 300 win mag, so I would rather not have to make my daughter shoot those and their kick. I just assumed I would get a .243 for her/us, but after looking around at some different models that Howa has, the .308 and 25.06 caught my eye. If anyone is familiar with the differences between the three and can provide insight, that would be great! I understand that barrel weight and also the particular grain bullet will make a difference as well (as far as kick), so any particulars other than these. Also, I'm choosing to go with a Howa simply because I have a Howa 1500 300 and LOVE it. The trigger is fantastic, the gun is durable, and the action is smooth as can be. *It did take me some time, however, to find the right ammo for it! Once you find that, its spot on! Anyways, any help on this topic would be much appreciated!!