it is strange how a 6lb rifle can shoot 1350ftlb loads (buffalo bore, or back when alliant published some crazy Bluedot loads) and feel like a light push, and not too loud. While my 6lb, 1350FTLB 300BO AR reminds me of a Mauser. If its half as good as the department store level JM 94C, you'll love it. Only thing Ill say is watch your OAL if you handload, and be mindful even if you don't, because that will jam one up tight and you'll need to take it apart to fix. Also, tighten up the loading gate after a lot of shooting, because the screw gets loose.