I have one in .25-06 I have used this more than any other rifle. It is very accurate when cold and clean. My bullets do not rise when she heats up; the groups just open up without any stringing. The groups also open up as the rifle gets dirty. In my opinion these are pure hunting rifles, not meant for punching group after group or shooting varmints. For a long hump over hard ground the light weight is really appreciated.
I do not ever anticipate getting rid of this rifle; however my Kimber Montana was down the road in a couple of years.
I think it is very important how well the stock fits you. I shoot much better off hand with the Monte Carlo stock than the classic style.
My advice if you can borrow one from a buddy shoot it a bit from field position and see how it feels. GRF
