Howdy,

New here and this is my first post. I am starting to buy components for a semi-custom build that I have been wanting to do for awhile.

This will be my first rifle build ever. It is not exactly a budget build, but I can't afford to spend $2,000 dollars either. If I could be out the door with the rifle, scope, everything for around $1,500 I would be happy.

This will be a hunting rifle, and my goal is to just make a better shooter than a factory build.

Here is the set up I am thinking right now:

Action: Savage 10 donor action
Barrel: not sure, have looked at Shillen, Brux, and the cheaper option Apache
Stock: Also not sure, looked at McMillan and Manners
Trigger: Keep accutrigger
Scope: Depending on the money left over, Vortex Viper 6.5-20x50

I could really cut some money if I go with an Apache barrel and a cheaper stock. Does anyone know of good stocks that are cheaper than McMillan and Manners but still good quality? Also, any advice on barrel choice? Again, this is not a competition rifle, just a hunting rig.

Thanks!