The ML-II is a terribly overpriced rifle now days and about the only part worth keeping is the action. The barrels kinda suck and its a heavy beast. Limited aftermarket as well. You could buy a brand new Rem UML for less more than likely and have a better base to start with. If you can find one that already has a nice barrel upgrade for under a grand its worth considering. Just avoid the small shank and 4.27" bolt spacing versions. You will greatly limit your stock options with that spacing.