Thanks Waidmannsheil. It would benefit from a stock refinish in order to steam out some dents and remove some oil stains. As it is now it is all original so I am of 2 minds wether to keep her original or go full tilt and pretty her up. The bluing is in very good shape and there is no rust on the rifle so I will leave the metalwork regardless of what I do to the stock.

The dual set trigger is on the list and I will also make a leather slip for it to protect it from dents and scrapes while transporting it. I am looking for replacement screws so if anyone knows where to source stock screws from, please chime in.

If anyone else has a 6.5 x 55 please let me know. I have not found a single example on Google yet and have been scouring the net. When I get my grubby paws on it I will do a full review and post it up on my blog.

Paul.