Weight of savage actions

[Mach2]

Savage 11 LWH 260 REM

Sku:19208

Handed:Right

Rate of Twist:8

Weight:5.5 lbs

Stock: walnut

Overall Length:40.25"

Barrel Length:20"

Ammo Capacity:4 round(s)

MSRP:$962.00

I copied and pasted this from Savages website. You can slap on a synthetic stock and you're below 5 lbs just like the $3000 Forbes

[Savage6x284]

Savage 11 LWH 260 REM

Sku:19208

Handed:Right

Rate of Twist:8

Weight:5.5 lbs

Stock: walnut

Overall Length:40.25"

Barrel Length:20"

Ammo Capacity:4 round(s)

MSRP:$962.00

I copied and pasted this from Savages website. You can slap on a synthetic stock and you're below 5 lbs just like the $3000 Forbes

First of all the Forbes rifle is $1400. His New Ultra Light Arms (NULA) rifles start at $3500.
Secondly the LWH has a 20" tube, flutes, lightening cuts, a wooden stock and has lousy balance IMO. IOW, a study in compromises that I'm unwilling to make even if it were $100.
Thirdly that action won't fit a .280AI cartridge.
Fourth, it doesn't come in left hand.

But, by all means order one up Mach2 and keep us apprised of your findings.
Please tell us about all the LW rifles you've owned or built. I for one am all ears.

[Savage6x284]

Colt56, should you have further questions or wish to hear further thoughts on building a no compromise LW Savage feel free to PM me here and I'll do what I can to help. It seems my experiences and advice ruffle some feathers for reasons unknown to me.