Thank you, DF. My rifle is identical to yours. It has a factory Winchester wood stock and a slim barrel. I think it is around 8.25 pounds plus scope and balances well. I need to send it off for sights and finish. An Echols pattern stock may not be a bad idea, though the factory stock fits me well. I shot it with a load I am guessing was around 2200 with a 400 A Frame and recoil was mild for a big bore.
