I built a 270 from a classic model 70 action - I used a #1 Krieger at 24 inches, Echols Legend with Edge, Williams bottom metal (added a few ounces) - the final weight was 7 lbs 1 ounce without scope.
I like the gun alot, but if I had to do it again I would :
1. Cut the barrel to 23" and make it a #2. The weight would have been 3 or so ounces more - I think it would have worked for me.
2. Used the McMillan Edge/Compact pattern and kept the #1 at 23 inches. Several guys ( I think BobinNH and Utah708) have said they prefer the compact for below below 7mm RM and Legend above that (or someother like cutoff). I now see the wisdom in that advice. I have a 9.3x62 in a pre64 with a #3 pacnor that redneck put together and had it put into a Legend - like GSSP and I love it.
Good luck.
