110 Lightweight Storm 270 for '06 build?

[Newtosavage]

If you are buying a new lightweight storm with the intention of buying an aftermarket barrel, you are likely going to be almost the same money into it as an Ultralite. Personally i would rather have an ultralite, because i am a fan of proof carbon barrels. BUT if the barrel length is a deal breaker, by all means just buy a lightweight storm and save the few extra ounces. The cost difference really isn't a whole lot, so why not. I shoot both of my Ultralites suppressed, and don't mind the length, but to each their own.

That's a very valid point if you're considering a CF barrel, especially since the Ultralight features a lighter barrel contour that PR doesn't offer otherwise (I've checked).

However if you're going steel, then it still makes some sense for ounce-counters.

[wbm]

That said, I can really tell the difference at altitude between a 7 lb. and an 8 lb. rifle... It doesn't sound like much, but a light, well balanced rifle at altitude is not nearly as noticeable as one that isn't.

Good point but I live at 7000 so I don't feel the difference much.

[Newtosavage]

Good point but I live at 7000 so I don't feel the difference much.

Perhaps, but above 10k we all feel it.

Your rifle, your choice. I know what I'd do because I've been down this road already. Good luck!