Great idea..yesterday I ran 20 rounds through my unbraked 460 weatherby with full powerhouse loads. I think I have run about 2500 rounds so far. recoil isn't my issue..I'm just trying to figure out if a reduced weight would make this rifle any less stronger? I'm sure the folks at H&H would make a nicely balanced rifle no matter what the specs. However, Someone did bring up a good point that I didnt think about it. Reduced barrel (2 inch)length would reduce the speed by 50 fps. And for that point I will now go with the 26 inch but that will then bring in a weight of 13-14 pounds which will be ok..

thanks again guys for your points of view..