Thank you all for the feedback. The blind magazine is to reduce weight primarily and also it helps keep the rifle balanced with a lighter contour barrel and 22inches.

I am just a little concerned that in the case of a real jam I have to completely remove the bolt and unload the rifle with the bolt in my hand to get back in the fight.

I think I will give it a go and keep the original bottom metal just in case ...

Best,

Rell