Hi Guys, I am new to the forum but am a big 257 Roberts fan. I am just a deer hunter and have not built any rifles. I don't reload yet but am getting equipped to start soon. I recently special ordered a 257 Roberts from Effie Sullivan through the Savage "custom shop". I asked if the rifle could be built on the 110 or 116 long action and Effie recommended the model 11 in that she stated that the Savage short actions ara actually a mid-length, longer than most other manufacturers short actions. I am setting up the rifle this weekend with Leupold VX3 and Talley mounts. I will post some pictures later this weekend. Anyway, everything I had read suggested building this round on a long action but Savage advised against it...turns out I am thrilled with the Model 11 if it shoots as good as it looks and handles!