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Yes, but the .270 Win has plenty of punch for deer. The only downside that I can see to the .270 win over the .270 WSM is action length. Sure, the WSM has efficiency, etc. going for it, but is it really worth the cost increase over the .270 Win? If you're buying a new rifle, the lifetime ownership costs will outweigh the rifle price. The .270 brass will be cheaper, with all other components costing the same. If you're not a reloader, the .270 WSM is really going to kill you. .308 would be a great cartridge as well. Short action, plentiful components and ammunition, relatively inexpensive, and probably the widest choice of rifles in the serious deer calibers all point to it being a good choice. How far do you plan on shooting this rifle? If you're at 300 yards and below, just about anything north of .22 caliber will serve you well. I'd focus on ammo cost. It's not going to get cheaper over time.
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