Haven't read all the previous posts ... but some might think I don't like the Blaser R8.

If I had unlimited funds I might become interested in acquiring one in 6.5x68 if a nice long barrel was purchasable. And another barrel in 8x68S. However this would be my fifth 6.5 ... and second 8x68S ... Unfortunately Mauser does not list my preferred 6.5x68 as a barrel option for the M03 and has even dropped the 6.5x65 which I do have. I really wanted the 68 to go with the 8x68S. Add a larger barrel say in 9.3x64 and I would have another safe queen duplicating existing rifles ... therefore the comment about "unlimited funds".

However I will NEVER have a rifle chambered in .270!