My brother has a BLR 81 in 7mm-08, and it is one of the greatest "walkin' around the woods" rifles of all time. Takes deer and elk out to 250 yards or so with no problem.

I had the same rifle in .284 Win and it was also an awesome little woods rifle. I sold it, however, and I am still lamenting the day I did. <img src=icon_smile_dissapprove.gif border=0 align=middle>

Congratulations on an outstanding purchase. By the way, my BLR 81 also wore a Leupold Vari-X II 2-7x33mm scope. Perfect combination!

Good Dogwork and Good Hunting