7-08 for me. It was recommended to me from a friend of mine when I was looking for the same thing you are.

He let me shoot his 243 and 7-08 side by side to see and feel the difference. I'm very grateful that he did that. I was headed towards the 243, but after shooting it was clear that the easier (for me) one to shoot was the 7-08.

The 243 had a very snappy rolling type recoil, whereas the 7-08 is a push back. I much prefer that style of recoil.

Of course we're all different, so try 'em out if possible beforehand.

BTW.........Thanks a million BT!