I haven't read the entire thread, in particular comments from a few on ignore, but will say I have had really good luck with Mark Vs in general and really like the .257 in particular. The .257 Weatherby is point and click out to 400, which covers my hunting. My most regretted rifle sales have been Weatherbys, which is why I am again in the market for a .257 Mark V. All have been accurate, too. Also, No need to shoot a .257 WM too much if you have lower intensity rifles also.
