I've got one in a 223. It's a handy little rifle but the blast is tough even in that little cartridge. I had a Model 7 in 260 with the 18 inch barrel and it got sold. I won't own another rifle above a 223 with less than a 20-22 inch barrel.

+1 on the Ernie's spring.

Last edited by TATELAW; 04/10/16.
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