SavageT,
I don't really know what model of 6.5 it is. From everything I could find in researching on the net, it looks like a M96 action, only with the bolt arm bent down. Somewhere else in a reference book I read where the bent-down bolt arm means it's a m1938 (later-issue m96). Anyway, the action is still smooth and sharp and the bore is still great. This action was put into a custom modern-style high-comb stock (I don't know the exact make) of walnut or similar wood with a dark-stained, lacquered finish.
Whatever it is, it is a well-balanced gun that looks pretty sharp. It's a little on the heavy side with scope and all (@8 to 9 lbs, I guess). My daughter has carried it around a bit and practiced drawing an aim through the scope, and she seems to be able to handle it fine. Our hunting style down here on Texas ranch property is strictly stand hunting, and we don't have to walk far from vehicle to stand, so weight isn't such a factor as it would be if we had to travel more. Another good thing about the weight is that she seems to be able to hold it steady fairly easily (I've always thought that weight helps that) and the recoil shouldn't be quite as bad.
I can't wait to get it back from the smithy that is shortening the stock so I can sight it in. Almost wish it was my gun instead of my daughter's. :cry:
