ow I think the only "feasible" thing you could do with that 7600 is have it rebarreled to 35 Whelen. You are limited by the actions strength (thats why they werent offered in mags). They dont have the ram strength to eject some magnum cases as well. But that would be an AWFULLY expensive option for a 7600 if you ask me. If you just are that adament about staying away from a bolt gun, then do yourself a favor then checkout a new Browning Long Trak auto in 300 or 338 mag. They are lighter than Brownings own Abolts and typically extremely accurate.

Good luck,
RA

ps
Sorry ow, I guess Ive had too many beers. I mis-read your question and assumed you to already have a 7600. Since you dont then I agree, lighten up your 338. That is THE elk caliber and probably would be my "one gun for all" caliber. A lil trimming on the metal fluted barrel, skeletonized action etc and a lightweight molded stock would trim POUNDS off your Wby. I personally wouldnt recommend a 7600 for outwest ESPECIALLY someone who is a resident. Likewise the 35 Whelen has abysmal ballistics. Its simply to big and heavy for the 06 case!