Doegirl75 said,
"The issue here is whether a CVA or Traditions are safe to be shot at pressures nearly 3X to what the barrel is proofed."

Based on the testing I mentioned above, the results of that testing on the rifle used indicate no issues with loads that exceed the 3x recomended max loadby a fairly wide margin. While one rifle test does not prove all rifles from a manufacturer have that much safety margin, it at least gives a look into the basic quality of the material used for the barrels. I'm satisfied the one I tested is safe using recomended loads. Accuracy was not the basis for my testing, in fact, my original intent was to test to destruction or to a point where safety was more than proven. I may go back a do more testing later but for my original purposes, I am satisfied.

I do agree with Cayugad that for a little more money one can get a nicer rifle. I also believe that when it comes to safety one should always be aware of what is safe both handling wise and equipment wise. What it comes down to on equipment is, how much safety margin is enough, 100%, 200%, 300%, etc. If younever go over max recomended loads, what does it mater if your safety margin is 200% or 400%, your still safe. Even a Savage can blow up if loaded incorrectly, and they claim ithassurvived 130,000 psi in testing.

Buy and shoot what you like. If it came from a reputable company, the odds are that it is more than safe enough as long as you follow their recomendations.