I'm going to bring this back to the top....
I should have a Hunter in 6.5 Creed by the end of the week.
I really like the ergonomics of the whole rig - the detachable mag will work well for me and quad/truck usage.
This will be my drag it through the brush and icky weather rifle for deer, antelope and an occasional elk.
It'll wear a Leupold 2.5x8 with M1 ele, for sights.