I just went throught this same comparison before purchase, I opted for the Weatherby Vanguard in 300 WSM with a Nikon Buckmaster 3x9, I cant wait to shoot it. The total package cost me 750.00.

Hard to beat the Weatherby Quality or reputation, though I think the Remington 700 is a good rifle and I have owed a 700 BDL in 308.