While looking for the perfect stock for a M70, I've tried several but haven't found that "just right" one.
I love the fit and feel of the Montana stocks, so have just about decided to rebarrel one with a heavier barrel. I have a 7wsm Montana already - 7lbs all up with Talley ltwts and VX3 3.5-10. Thinking of a used WSM Montana, and rebarrel with something that between barrel and heavier scope/mounts (SWFA 3-9?) will end up abt 8-8.5lbs - maybe like a Brux #3 or Bartlein #2b. Probably another 7wsm (have my own reamer with less tolerance in the neck to not overwork brass).
This will not cost much more (if any more) than buying an Extreme Weather M70 and restocking with a McM, etc., and I get a stock that I know I like and a better barrel.
Thoughts? Anyone done similar?
I love the fit and feel of the Montana stocks, so have just about decided to rebarrel one with a heavier barrel. I have a 7wsm Montana already - 7lbs all up with Talley ltwts and VX3 3.5-10. Thinking of a used WSM Montana, and rebarrel with something that between barrel and heavier scope/mounts (SWFA 3-9?) will end up abt 8-8.5lbs - maybe like a Brux #3 or Bartlein #2b. Probably another 7wsm (have my own reamer with less tolerance in the neck to not overwork brass).
This will not cost much more (if any more) than buying an Extreme Weather M70 and restocking with a McM, etc., and I get a stock that I know I like and a better barrel.
Thoughts? Anyone done similar?