I just bought one in 9.3x74R. Actually traded for it with a shotgun and a single shot. It shoots great. The wood is Turkish walnut. The opti-wood was described as a protective finish. The fit of the wood is not perfect like the upper doubles. The action a bit stiff. But this one handles well, shoots great. I put a leupold VX- R 1.5x4 Hog illuminated scope on the provided rail. I like that set up too. Have a WR sling coming for it. Going to use it for deer, hog and maybe something else and that will let me know if I am fully pleased with it. I know I'm happy with the $3k I saved by not buying the used Merkle I was thinking about. It's not my kreighoff in 470. But then I already have one of them. I think it will be a keeper since I'm planning all sorts of hunting trips with it. Another reason I am happy to have saved the $$$$