Well, since it's Just One-

Action: Bolt- M70, Wby MkV or Vanguard
Weight: 8.75-9 lb, all up
Caliber: fast .30- candidates are .300 Wby, .300 Jarrett, etc.
Barrel: Pac-Nor Super Match grade, stainless, #2 contour, twist optimized for 180 gr. bullets
Accuracy: less than 1 MOA- if this rifle is to be able to handle anything, it includes a rare 400+ yard shot or several, in its lifetime.
Stock: Synthetic, either McMillan or Bansner
Trigger: factory stock pre'64 M70 Win, or Wby MkV, otherwise Timney
Scope: Variable, Leupold and up, 2.5x8 to 3.5x10 magnification range. Talley LW rings.

Now, you may be able to find most of these criteria with a factory offering, except for the custom barrel. IMHO, this is the most important piece of the puzzle. You want an accurate, easy to clean barrel, which will remain so throughout its life.


I'd rather be a free man in my grave, than living as a puppet or a slave....