Can someone out there tell me what the big deal is between "short" and "long" actions ?? I have never been a bolt fan other than Mannlichers but why do people care if it's a long or short ? Why do ammo manufacturers keep inventing cartridges that fit in "short" actions ? I must have read 200+ shooting/reloading/hunting books but have never got my head around this.If you want a rifle in a long cartridge buy an rifle with a suitable action ! Please help someone, regards, Mike