BigBL87
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All - I ended up buying a Thompson Center Compass II in .223. Got a pretty good deal on it, and it has a good reputation. But I won't be able to shoot it until next spring. I'll try to circle back when I do. Thanks for all your input.
https://www.tcarms.com/firearms/bolt-action-rifles/t-c-compass-rifles/t-c-compass-ii
Solid choice for a budget bolt gun.