i just got the 700 in 260, it is light and very well balanced, the kick is not bad at all and it shot 3/4 inch out of the box with federal 140's i will reload some 120-125's and see how it does. the idea of this rifle with a 2x7 scope and still around 6 lbs was and is apealing for me, the mtns are getting taller and steeper, any help i can get will be apreciated. The 260 had some great write ups as far as acuacy and game getting ability....