New here and about to build
I am picking up a Savage 30-06 this week and want to immediately replace bottom metal and stock. I am looking at CDI bottom metal but not sure if their detachable mag set-up will work with 30-06. A few people have advised me to purchase a .308 Savage 110 as opposed to a 30-06 111 but I have a ton of ammo on hand and don't want to have to restock during this panic for a new caliber.
My goals for the rifle are primarily hunting(Elk, Mule Deer and Bear), but since I used to do a lot of long range shooting with a .243 110 I want to have the ability to reach out and touch targets out to 800-1000 yards.
Any advice would be appreciated. I plan on purchasing the base rifle by Wednesday and have a budget for the entire build of $1200.
What type of bottom metal should I go with? Stock? Barrel? Scope recommendations? Favorite hand load specs? I need it all.
Thanks in advance.