I probably am Nutz but liking heavy rifles is one of the lesser reasons that I may be considered so.I do 99 percent of my hunting from ambush spots. My shots come from pre-determined spots and I have plenty of time to prepare for the shot and rig up a rest. Getting to that spot usually involves horseback or some other means of transporting my gear. I am no longer able to climb mountains or hike miles across country so the weight of a rifle is of no concern. But for shooting, the heavier the rifle, the better I like it. Steady and more comfortable to shoot. Also quicker to recover from the recoil to see the results of the shot. But hey thats just my way of hunting and there was a time when ultra lite rifles were my passion. I also like the longer barrels. Same reason.