I would go with blued Tikka. I have a couple and haven't had rust issues with them. One has been cerakoted. If there are issues after the hunt then get it coated.
No comparison between the tikka and savage action
Just for reference the bull I shot this year was quartering away. The shoulder and your red x from the photo above were covered by a tree so I aimed just off the tree where I was comfortable. I knew I was shooting further back than I wanted but figured it would be perfectly lethal liver/lung...
From 2004 to 2010ish I probably killed around 30 or so whitetail out of a 300wsm. I stopped shooting them because the meat damage was too much for my liking. Looking back I should have just shot the 308 full time but I was definitely chasing fps. Was pushing them 3300 mv and even then never had...
I've been playing safe putting up blinds, matching bets, calling when possible, but I'm all in now...IYKYK!
For Sale:
125 - 180 grain accubond factory seconds. These have a cannelure. They shoot as good as not seconds for me. $75
Everything else sold.
Prices are net to me and TYD.
My experience with these boots: I bought a pair used from eBay for $140, 8 years ago. Best boot choice I’ve ever made. If your looking for a boot for the backcountry, this is a legit high end boot.