lets say one was to build such a rifle... and didn't want to spend a fortune.

what action would be the best starting point.

and no, this is not a hypothetical... I'm going to do it.

I see the M70, M98 and MarkX mentioned... I'd be inclined to go with the M98 for cost, but don't want to sacrifice strength. also, was thinking that ~9.5-10lbs would be a decent empty weight with a decent recoil pad fitted???

what do you guys think... I really like the case shape for feeding. I will be using it to back-up my dad on a buff-hunt as well as maybe a Bison hunt in western Nebraska.