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I don't think a "Rifle" can legally have a barrel less than 16" long???
Maybe just buy one of these instead. https://christensenarms.com/modern-precision-pistol/
Just get one of these...
Along with placing way too high of a premium on a short barrel in the elk woods, I think you're trying to reinvent the wheel.https://www.savagearms.com/content?p=firearms&a=product_summary&s=57018A 20" barrel is plenty maneuverable through western-Washington elk country, the 308 out of a 20" is easily 350 yards elk-capable, and has a very tame muzzle blast.