The Savage Axis is a long action. I bought one not long ago for less than $300 out the door. Buy one in 30-06 and slap a new barrel on it and either rework the trigger or get a Rifle Basix and put on it and you will have a very good rifle. True, not as pretty as some, but it will be reliable and shoot well.
I wanted a Remington 780 in 222 because I had one years ago and it was very accurate. I was told that one came in on an estate sale, they were asking $500 for it and would not budge. I did not buy it and ended up spending more for a Savage Target action and building my own. I just do not like to be taken.
Good Luck and Good Shooting