RE: New Rifle
You already have an 06, why buy another 30 cal, your not gaining that much over the 06. If your want more punch I'd also suggest the 338 winmag or 35 Whelen or dare i say the 350 remmag. As far as the glass goes, I have several Leupolds,Nikon's and higher end Bushnells ( elites and trophies ). The Leupy's definitely have the edge on eye relief, while not as generous the Nikon's are close. Clarity, I'd rate the Nikon's the sharpest, brightest picture, the Leupy's are more consistant from edge to edge at all power settings. The Bushnell's are quality glass, clear and crisp from edge to edge, not as bright the rainguard is a great but the eye relief is it's biggest detractor.