If you go with the Savage, definitely get the wood stocked Model 11/111 version. The synthetic stocked 16/116 version leaves a LOT to be desired due to the stock and there are no lightweight aftermarket synthetic stock options for them that won't set you back $600 or more. For the money you would have tied up in the Savage after upgrading the stock you'd be better off just getting a Kimber or Barrett Fieldcraft which come standard with a carbon fiber stock.

As for the LWH wood stock not fitting a standard action, I don't know where that's coming from unless by "standard" grouse means side bolt release as all LWH's are bottom bolt release from the factory. Action screw spacing is standard long or short action. Bottom metal inlet is standard Savage Premium style, but uses plastic bottom metal that accepts the plastic bottomed Axis mags. LWH barrel contour is lighter than a standard sporter so no barrel channel issues.