I recently traded for a Savage model 11 .243. Turns out its a Stevens 200 7mm-08 converted to a .243. Is there anything I should check to see if it was done correctly? The barrel looks new. Shoots sub moa. Seems perfect.

I put a Simmons Aetek 3.8-12x50 Scope on it. It wouldn't hold up to my Savage 110 7mm so I put it on the .243. Do y'all think the scope will keep zero due to the less recoil than the 7mag? It held zero while sighting it in. I just hope it stays for hunting.

i plan on putting a Timney Trigger in it and it should be perfect!!!

It will be my new deer rifle. I'm tired of the big recoil of the 7mag.

I will be shooting 100gr Federal BTSP. Bought 2 boxes to start with. They shot very well so I'll stick with them.

What grain should I use on hogs?

I plan to get reloading supplies for Christmas. I'm new to reloading. Never done it yet but my FIL will be helping me. He knows what to do.