Bob, my pleasure. I went with the GAP NonTypical in 6.5 SAUM, plus fluted the barrel and muzzle brake at 24". Slightly longer LOP. http://www.gaprecision.net/ga-precision-2016-custom-rifles/ga-precision-non-typical.html

Jeff, I really love that compact scope. They've discontinued the 2.5-10x32 (with 30mm tube) and think it is a great, all around scope. I didn't want a 2# scope on this gun. You can still find these on close outs like Europtic. I was also considering S&B fixed power. This scope I have has the zero stop and velocity reticle. They work well together. We've shot steel to 1150. As I said before, I'm no shooting prodigy.

If I ever save again, I'd like a heavy rig with more magnification for paper and steel. There are many opinions and I'm no expert, but I don't think you can go wrong with NF or S&B.