I had a jc Higgins 35-36 years a go in 30-06 same hva sr action bottom metal and all ,it shot ok don't remember why' I peddled it. About 25 years back another in 270 w that needed some work that I did on it for fun and peddled it because the previous owner had whacked the barrel to 20". 20 " barrel 270's have to be experienced to fully appreciate what excessive muzzle blast is. The current pair are both 270 wins fairly light and a joy to carry. Mb

" Cheapest velocity in the world comes from a long barrel and I sure do like them. MB "