I think the Hawkeyes are nice. The "new" trigger is better but still not what I would consider as great. They can be touched up by a competent gunsmith or someboby with the correct knowledge. I like the 3 position safety and these guns are tough workhorses. I liked the Green Hogue overmolded stock too. I'm about to grab a 25-06 if I can get the dealer off dead center a little.