MLG,

Do post pictures of your rifle whenever you find time. Few threads are more interesting than those of a custom rifle being built.

I haven't shot my rifle so far - while I visited my business partner's private range a couple of weeks ago, I was escorting clients there and couldn't get any shooting at all.

Yes, scope technology is fantastic. I just like the old fashioned stuff, though. That's why I used the old dog and new tricks analogy.

Very good hunting with your new rifle and I'll look forward to the pics here!