mcclure,
I have a Vanguard, chambered in .270 WSM, that I have restocked with a McMillan Edge. Scope is a Leupold VX3, 3.5-10x, in Talley LW mounts. All up, it weighs 7 lb. 15 oz., and is a very easy carry in mountainous country. Consider the Edge stock if you really want to do something that will reduce weight.

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