Thanks for the suggestion on optics/rings guys!
I'm trying to use a Vx-Freedom 3-9x40 for now, its the beater I have hanging around here. Doesn't mean it will be permanent
Mathman, thanks for the heads up on the Warnes.
Lots of good suggestions, and again, happy to hear it all.
It was this or a brand new Bergara B14. Didn't have to think too much. Although...70 Featherweight woulda been a real, real tough choice.