My Kimber Ascent in .270 Win clocks in just under 6 lbs with a Leupold 6x36 scope and Talley LW rings. 6lbs, 8oz "ready to hunt" with an Uncle Mikes adjustable sling and 5 cartridges. OTOH, have never bothered with a sling since it carried in the hand quite nicely the two times I fielded it here in KY.
Have never owned a Kimber Montana. However, should weigh only a few ounces more, and will leave more green in your wallet than the Ascent. Most folks on the 'Fire seem to speak very favorably of the Kimber Montana's.
