I shoot Tikka (308 & 223), Weatherby Vanguard Lite (300 Win Mag), Remington (30.06). The .223 is the only one that has a bull barrel. I had a Howa 1500 300 Win Mag (Bull Barrel) that was stolen that was spot on @ 300yrds. If you get into range rifle shooting IMO the bull barrel is a must. As was mentioned before the optics can be what takes the cost deep in the pockets.