RE: S&W i-bolt vs REM 700
Rem 700 probaly the most common bolt action rifle in the woods. Probaly has the most aftermarket parts and upgrades available for it as well and if you need to do any type of work on it id say 99.9% of all gunsmiths can work on a 700 with their eyes closed..
Only problem i have with mine is the trigger pull is a little heavy, but thats nothing $40 at the gunsmith cant fix. Other than that my 270 700SPS Stainless has been an awesome andgreat shootingrifle.