Oops. That's what I meant.

Thanks again.

I have two Remington 700's and a Vanguard at present and have owned Savages, a Sako, CZ's and Brownings---my Vanguard in .300 WSM is possibly the most accurate big bore I've ever owned, [the Howa barreled actions have a very good reputation], the fit and finish and balance is excellent. I am still puzzed by the Remington bashing, every one I've had has been accurate and well made. I did have a Browning A-bolt in 06 that had the barrel channel offset problem--had the same problem with a single shot Browning B78--the Sako was accurate, but so were most of the others at considerably less cost--Savage? very accurate, very plain--the CZ's were exceptional rifles, that would be a very good choice--I just happen to think a good gun should look as good as it shoots so my vote has to be the 700's, a CZ or the Vanguard--can't comment on the Winchesters or the Kimbers, I've never owned one--

check out the TC Icon line. tack drivers. US made. high quality. great value.

Good luck.

My vote would have to be for the Remington 700 CDL.
I had one in .270 that I never should have parted with.
Beautiful rifle.....

We learned the same lesson on the same gun. I got rid of mine after sparing no expense at the gunsmith. I bought a 300 RUM years ago and thought I'd never need that gun again. Darn, I wish I hadn't been that stupid.

My vote is with the Ruger.
I'm biased, I've had a Ruger in '06. It wasn't the rifle I thought it was.
Sold it to a friend, and hes as thrilled with it as any person I know could be. It fits him better than it did me.
I currently hunt with a Ruger in 7mm. It is the rifle I hoped it would be.
It is capable of far better accuracy than I am.

For me it always comes down to which "features" I want.

From there, it's all about "natural fit" !

Yes, they do shoot! Shot with a TC Icon Weathershield in 308 Winchester.

Vanguards are awesome! Many of the others you have mentioned are as well, but for the money, you can not beat the performance of the Vanguards, in my opinion.

My first choice would be essentially a tie between the Sako classic and the Model 70. These two rifles are head and shoulders nicer quality rifles than anything else listed.

My next choice would be the Howa/vanguard. Damn fine rifles for the money and perform a heck of a lot better than their price tag would suggest.

Third would be the Remington 700.