The OP was asking specifically for military actions.
I just said military because I was given a choice. The reason for my original question is I see a lot of rifles built off the older actions that are waaaay up in price. Mines built of an FN military action, unknown barrel, but its not factory, beautiful walnut stock and a Timney trigger in 6.5x55. A very nice rifle in itself. i was just throwing the question out there as I am curious to see what most considered the "best" action to build off of if one was wanting a top end custom built Mauser rifle. I'd kinda like to know what to look for and what to shy away from.
Well then my friend, IMHO you will never do any better than a BRNO 21 or 22 commercial...but some think it a sin to cannibalize near perfection that they represent. Yeah you can go much further with bling and cosmetics and eye popping wood, but I doubt you will improve on metallurgy, strength, function, overall quality fit, and reliability. Just one man's opinion.
