Savage makes good rifles. I have a model 12 chambered in 243 winchester. Its not as heavy as most varmit rifles, doesn't have the bigger style of stocks that most varmit rifles have, and it still has the 26 inch bull barrel. It also has the accu trigger. I don't have axcess to a solid bench rest, but I know the gun will shoot beyond my capablities. Shot a big buck 2 seasons ago at almost 400 yards with one shot.