Originally Posted by richardca99


There seems to be lots of love for a Model 20 in 7-08 in this thread, and the #2 contour seems to be popular as well. As for glass, it'd be hard not to go with a VX-3i 2.5-8x32, Z3 3-9x36, or something similar. I don't like to overscope a svelt rifle such as this one. For reasons I can't really explain, the paint scheme I've always lusted after was this one:

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A M20, #2 SS in 7-08 with a VXi3 2.5x8 is prezactly how I'd roll - and with that paint scheme too.

But if the 284 is calling your name - load up on brass and scratch that itch.

If you ever decided to move on from the rifle, IMO the 7-08 chambering is likely to be more attractive to prospective buyers.

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