Now I make no bones about it. I have owned few 25-06 Rifles over the years. And in that time I have found them to be a fine & very accurate caliber.
Also short of going after an Elk or most bears. I would not have any concerns about being under gunned in a hunt with one in the lower 48.
Just put a Timney Trigger on it & then have yourself one hell of a great rifle is what I would say!