Let us know how you make out!!! Enjoy whatever rifle/scope you get... I think we all have our preferences. I thin you can't go wrong with really any rifle out there from the major brands, the gap in quality isn't what it used to be. The same goes for scopes, the major difference in prices there is probably reputation and customer support. In other words pick the one you like, you will never regret making a decision on your own merits. By the way I think your right about the 30-06.