I agree I am going to have to pay mid 3k to get what I am looking for. I would probably lean toward a 30-06 or 300 h&h but I already have a nice featherweight 270 and a nice standard 30-06.

I have been looking at all the detailed pictures of the super grades wherever I can find them. I understand how to look at the stock and metal refinishing. Is the the main thing to look for on the metal the engine turning and the stamping on the barrel and receiver??