To me, the 7mm08 is the ideal balance between stopping power and recoil. It's big (and fast) enough for all north american big game and the recoil is still mild (to moderate, depending on your reference point).
I have an Axis in 7mm08 upgraded with a Boyds stock which is my go-to hunting rifle for deer.
There's no difference between the Edge and the Axis. The name was changed shortly after Savage released the Edge because of trademark conflict.
Good luck with your Edge/Axis!
(and hello from a fellow Canadian exiled in California)
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