Folks, I really appreciate all the feedback you've given me. As a relatively new member to the forum, I'm really impressed. This is exactly the kind of help I needed.
Having said that, I think I've decided on the 7mm. Rem. Mag.

I had a chance to stop by Gander Mountain and look at both the Rem. CDL and the Browning S.S. rifles today. Here's my impressions so far.

Browning: Sharp looking rifle. Feels like a better than average factory synthetic stock. I like the 60 degree bolt throw, but dont really know how much of an advantage it is or not.
The only thing I didn't like was the bolt handle and the floorplate looked like they were "painted" silver to match the stainless receiver and barrel.
I really would like a weather resistant rifle, so I'm leaning this way

Remington: Another good looking rifle. The rifle feel really....solid.The bolt throw was super smooth but also felt rock solid. Synthetic may be more weather resistant and practical, but the wood stock really "feels" good.
The Sims recoil pad on it....not sure about it. Looks and feels like it would really help soak up some punch, but almost felt too soft. I could take it with my hand and move it from side to side a lot. Kinda' looked like it could get ripped off the stock.
There was a used rifle there with a Pachmyer Decelerator pad on it and it looked a lot more solid but felt like it would still soak up some recoil.

Overall, I like the Remington better....BUT I still like the idea of not having to worry as much about rust or moisture warping the wood.
Is there a way to make that wood stock as stable as a synthetic?

Schoolcraft