I have a Tikka 6.5prc and a custom 7prc, so maybe not the exact feedback you are looking for, but I love shooting both. Both were extremely easy to load for (hammer hunter bullets), neither has what I would call significant recoil (I can watch my LR impacts with both), and both serves its purpose. I hunt with the 7prc because (1) it's a nicer rifle and (2) it has better long range ability. But I wouldn't hesitate to pick up the 6.5prc for anything.
RW