There is nothing "gimicky" about the weight savings. It looks like a well made and well thought out product for its intended use.
People who actually backpack long distances in the high country need to save every ounce and
only an idiot would carry 2-3 pounds more of rifle weight if they did not have to.
That weight is better used carrying water,food and ammo:)
Of course absolutely no gimmicks there especially when only a fuggin idiot would turn his rifle into a fishing pole.
