You can build a custom for a lot less than $1800..
True, but lets count it up to match what you get with the lightweight FC using build options:
1. Defiance anTi mediaum action: $995
2. AG Composites CAT stock: $549
3. Lightweight stainless barrel of your choice: $325
4. Smith work for barrel: $325
5. Full length bedding: $100
6. Mag box, follower, spring, bottom metal/trigger guard: ~$100
...that's about $2394 with no shipping costs or tax added in. I didn't add in little things like the np3 bolt coating, etc. Just the action, stock, and barrel without install are $1869.
Of course if you want to build off a 700 you can do it cheaper....but you're not using a 20 oz action + trueing, etc... You can build something for less than $1800 but it will be very hard to match what you get apples to apples with the FC.
