When I was stationed in Kodiak, I bought one in 35 Whelen. It was a great gun for that job. The trigger was OK. Accuracy was good enough for the rifle's design intent. Functioning was flawless. I always wanted Remington to make that rifle with a stainless 20" barrel and a synthetic stock. "Guide Gun" style if you will. In 338 Federal or 35 Whelen, it'd be an ideal Alaska gun.