Scorpion,
I really didn't try to build something lightweight on the 30-06, just came out that way. I love the ruggedness of tactical scope mounts. The extra weight is minimal and really doesn't bother me.
Jered at Patriot Arms liked the way the 30-06 turned out so much that he decided to build one just like it only in a .280 caliber.
Both rifles shoot extrememly well. The .300 Win Mag will do well under a 1/2" all day long with factory ammo. It really likes anything from Federal Premium.
I shot the 30-06 for the first time just yesterday. The only ammo I had was Federal Premium 165 grain Sierra GameKings. I had the rifle shooting 1/2" groups with this ammo. The rifle really impressed me "out of the box" so to say.
Take care,
Jeff
