A few more expensive Factory rifles to consider. All should be at or near the price of a full brown custom...
1. Sako Grey Wolf or any Sako. Have a 270Win in a LH Hunter with a nice light Swaro and she is an almost ideal GP hunting rifle.
2. Cooper of his liking. Next on my list!
3. Blaser R93 Pro. My 257WBY LUXUS is a beautiful well balanced hammer.