I have a 6.5/55 custom that I built as a project that is exactly what you are interested in. The stock is exceptional. IT has original barrel with custom sights, Timney triger, etc..
This is an exceptional rifle. (I live in KY as well)
pre-64 stock issue
I have had a lot of experience with pre-64s ([I] own several dozen myself and have rebuild/repaired more than that), and I agree with most of what has been said. You are experiencing one of the most common problems that the pre-64 70s are known for. That is the main reason...
Go with the 25/06 with 100gr well constructe bullets and look back. You couldn't put all the deer and coyotes I've taken with a pre-64 70 rebarreled with a Kreiger barrel into the bed of a dual axle dump truck. This rifle not only kills them, it puts fear into their grandkids. The range...
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