I will use, the SAME Components ( Except, HAVE, Action, Stock and Timney Trigger ) to, build, a .22 Creed with, a 1-9 Twist, RemAge, Criterion Barrel on an Existing Rem 700, .22-250 Rem. Rifle that, I already have.
I will Buy, a smaller diameter, lighter, Criterion "Sporter" Barrel for, a repeating, "Walking Varmint" Rifle.
You might look for, a USED, Shot Out, Rem 700 Rifle with, .308 sized Bolt Face,.. IF,.. found, CHEAP, enough !
Building, a "True Custom",.. AIN'T gonna Be,.. CHEAP !
Good luck with, your Build !