Hey Alan,
That's a great collection you have there! The 9.3x62 custom looks amazing (what kind of stock is that?), and I like the figure on the 257 Roberts. I'll have to talk to Redneck if I build an M70 based custom.
I have Alumina caps on my 2.5-8x36 and I agree, they rock! I like the low profile.
I don't plan to do too much more to the .30-06 now that I figured out the scope and bases/rings. I was close to giving up and going for a scope with a longer tube but I finally found a setup that would work. The pre 64 magnum hole spacing combined with the short scope length made it really challenging.
For anyone looking at the 2.5-8x36, it's a great scope with good clarity, FOV and practical range! I have zero regrets. I think it balances well with the M70.
