A gun for my wife.

[300win]

Savage 111 in 243, good caliber, fairly cheap ammo, easy on the shoulder, not to heavy and reasonably priced!!!

 

[240gord]

The fit of the rifle to the shooter and a good recoil pad are paramount. For calibre, I would suggest a 7x57. It has low recoil, but enough power for the class of game you suggest, and then some.

Hugh

7x57 in Winchester model 70 featherweight would be a good choice.
Gord.