I thought that may be the case (pun intended), too long... .375 Flanged will probly be the go, I can build a nitro on a Ruger No. 1 later on.

I have an aquaintance that is going to be making me the stock for this rifle and since I am going to be making it fairly fancy, I want a nice timber with a unusual grain, any ideas? I was thinking maybe Australian Jarrah...