interesting...

this will be a "budget build" in the sense that it's function first. I have a pair of mausers already in '06 derivatives, but that's a bit simpler proposition.

assuming I could find a M70 Magnum action (say 300win or 338win) would that be a good starting point?

then its just barrel, stock and someone who knows how to put it all together right. I'm hoping that I can be in it for less than $2000 at the end.... although I will inevitably go over.

I'm not going to pay the entry fee for an M98 that can take this kind of abuse... just not happening...

and Mike... I don't do ANYTHING remington unless there is absolutely no other option.