You cant go wrong with McGowan, CBI, XCaliber, Shilen or Pac-Nor prefits. companies like 4d and Barrel Man also resell other manufacturers prefits often for a better price. Apache is not taking orders right now but he does a fine job of rechambering. You could also contact Dean or "Scope eye" and he can help you with a barrel at a good price.
As far as a good chambering the 243, 260 or 7mm-08 is great for long range, easy, on the shoulder and to reload for. .243 and 7mm08 is easy to find and 260 is gaining popularity.
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