Hello, I am new to this forum, but have used it as a resource for years.

My current long range gun is a Savage 111 action with a Criterion 28” (1:8”) chambered in 6.5-284. The barrel is getting near the end of its life and I am considering changing to a different cartridge, either a hotter 6.5mm or stepping up to a 7mm. I have been reloading for about 5 years, although I am not a guru by any means. I would prefer a cartridge that I can order a pre-fit barrel for, go/no gauges, reloading dies and take off, but i am willing to put in the extra work, if needed.

If I stick with a 6.5mm cartridge, I will likely go to a faster twist that would stabilize the 150+ grain bullets, so 1:7” or 1:7.5” and be able to drive them at 2900+ FPS. The main thing would be to improve on the 6.5-284 performance. Primary purpose would be target shooting from 0-1760 yards. Barrel life is a small concern, but not a deal breaker.

On the 7mm side, I would need to be able to drive the heavier VLD style bullets at respectable speeds.

Here are some that I’ve been looking at:
6.5 Saum
6.5 PRC
7mm WSM
7mm Saum
7mm-300WM
284 Win (straight 284, could use my current Lapua 6.5-284 brass!)
28 Nosler?
What else am I missing and what makes the most sense?