I'm looking to build a lightweight hunting rifle and could use some knowledge and insight.
I will be hunting primarily deer and bear (but wouldn't mind being able to use it for elk in the future). I'm torn between long and short action, caliber and stock.
I thought that I had my mind made up on doing a short action build in either 6.5 or .308 (I have tons of components for loading each caliber already) but now a couple long action calibers have caught my eye (the 28 Nosler and 280 AI specifically). I know, I know...shot placement and all that...but, which action/caliber did you choose and why?
I currently have a new Remington 700 ADL 30.06 sitting in the safe that I could strip down for the build but I would likely need a magnum bolt for either of the previously mentioned long action calibers, Right?
As far as a stock. I REALLY like the Manners mini chassis
I have one on a precision rifle and it's great for repeatability in mounting and removing the action....weight...not so much. Any advice (for or against) bedding the action instead of going the chassis route?
I'll be doing a Rem/Age build with a criterion barrel so if there is any advice on that end as well it would be appreciated.
Thanks for the input