That will make a fine rifle, JD. I have the same model made by Winchester, it has the origional shortened 30-06 barrel on it. The rear sight ears were ground off and a Lyman peep sight added. The trigger guard was straightened so there is no "hump" and a sporting stock added. The down side is that it is a little on the heavy side, but in .300 H&H, you won't mind that. It is a good accurate rifle, I passed mine on to my son last year. Have fun.