check out your local walmart. Mine has Remington 700 sps 270/30-06 's on closeout for $300. that is the best bargain you will ever find. . I can't even buy the action for that amount. That would leave you with 400 to buy some good glass. I would recommend the Zeiss Conquest 3x9-40mm for $399. With that combo you would have a world renowned rifle and scope for 7 bills. Later on you can upgrade the cheap plastic stock, rebarrel with a match grade tube etc. there is nothing better to build a custom rifle on than the 700 action.