R C -
I'm curious why it feels like it kicks so much.
Is it an older 760 with more drop at toe & heel? That increases FELT recoil>>altho actual recoil is NOT stronger.
No I haven't made or bought any carbine--not my cup o tea.
The closest I've come to that was a Ruger 77 tanger Ultra Light in 308 W 20" bll. I liked the rifle fine for woods hunting.
Jerry