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I believe the advent of the 6.5CM was an attempt to approximate the 6,5x55 SE loading in a more modern configuration. The Swede has always been handicapped in North America by it's geometry. It's not long enough to be "magnumy," and not short enough to fit a true short action. The 6.5CM solves the latter "problem." At the time when it could have gained a following (Remington, Ruger and Winchester tried), it was up against the slightly superior performance of and justified popularity of the .270 Win due to the flat based bullets common at the time.
I love the cartridge as chambered in military rifles and vintage Sporters. I've shot it to 1000 yards and it performed admirably vs more modern options. It is versatile for light to medium game. It is soft shooting and accurate. All these qualifications apply to the 6.5CM or .260 Rem as well. Outside of nostalgia, there is little reason for one to select the Swede over one of the more modern options. Personally I would get one, as I already have the supplies and knowledge base to load it to peak performance, but the selection of rifles out there is limited.
I love the cartridge as chambered in military rifles and vintage Sporters. I've shot it to 1000 yards and it performed admirably vs more modern options. It is versatile for light to medium game. It is soft shooting and accurate. All these qualifications apply to the 6.5CM or .260 Rem as well. Outside of nostalgia, there is little reason for one to select the Swede over one of the more modern options. Personally I would get one, as I already have the supplies and knowledge base to load it to peak performance, but the selection of rifles out there is limited.