NICE!! Should be able to keep the weight at maybe a bit over 8.25lbs IF the rifle itself goes 7lbs.

6-cartridges w/270gr bullets @ just under 1/2lb
Leupold 2.5x20 (mine w/weaver rings @ 10oz)
sling and swivels (I made one @ 2 1/2oz)


Too bad I've already got 9.3x62.