I'm surprised - no one has mentioned or suggested the Howa Alpine mountain rifle.

http://www.legacysports.com/alpine-mountain-rifle

5.7 pounds, Banser high tech fiberglass stock, weather resistant cerakote finish, and the ability to add detachable box magazine.

I held one at Sportsman's in Albuquerque and it felt like a feather.

I own several Forbes and also like that option...but the Howa is on my list as soon as I find one in 6.5 Creedmoor. Also the price was less than $1100 on the Howa. Pretty good value equation for a gun that you won't have to tinker much with. Every Howa I've owned and shot has been crazy accurate and one of the best factory triggers I've squeezed.

Nothing wrong with Tikka Superlight T3, Forbes or the Montana...but Howa Alpine is really looking good.

Tikka would need a stock upgrade IMHO, Montana's can be good, great or require some work. Forbes seem to have a divided following- my 2 are really good shooters (no issues...am I just lucky?)

For the money I'd say Howa, and pass the savings onto your scope purchase.