Driftrider, I think you will be more than satisfied with the performance of the Ruger Mark II VT. I have a pair of them, one in .223 and one in 22-250. They are both excellent shooters with handloaded Nosler BT' s. I feel this particular rifle is extremely overlooked by varmint and/or target shooters. The gun comes with a great trigger, nice heavy beavertail forend stock that settles into a bag nicely, stainless action and barrel and the included scope rings which require no bases. Mine are not " one hole" rifles by any means but they are capable of sub 1/2" groups @ 100 yds. with the right loads. Anybody who chooses to not give these guns a chance is passing up a great gun at a great price! Congrats on your purchase, sounds like you have the makings for a great setup!