I've just purchased a model 16 chambered in 270 WSM. The rifle was used, but its in like new shape. I am a complete novice to firearms, so I had a local gunsmith friend of mine go over it. He re-mounted the scope and boresighted it, and said the barrel and action and everything looked great.
So my next step is to start doing some shooting with it. I've read on various forums and review sites and each brand of ammo has responses where some people love it, some people hate it. With ammo being 30-60 dollar a box typically, what are some good starting tips or recommendations? Are there specific bullets, weights, brands to stay away from, or, vice-versa, to start with? Do Savage's in general prefer something different than say a Remington, chambered in the same round?

Thanks