I like the way the a-bolt feels in my hands. I don't own one because I can't afford one. I had clients in hog hunting last week. One hand an a-bolt in SS with composite stock. It felt good and he swore by it for mulie and elk hunting (.30-06). I own a .308 Savage weather warrior and I am very pleased with it. I hunt hogs in very thick swampy stuff.

If someone gave me an A-Bolt or I found one at a very reduced price I would probably buy it. IMO - from multiple clients from different areas and friends that the A-Bolt is a very good rifle.

Now as far as carrying bullets around in your pocket. Go to Gander Mountaint, Wally-World or any sporting goods store and buy the little bullet holders that have a velcro cover flap. That works for me and my wife (she shoots a HFE Handi Rifle single shot).