Smith & Wesson I-Bolt as first bolt?

[REDPATCHUSMC]

So I have been looking at adding my first bolt rifle ( 30-06 or .308) to my collection. Planning on an Elk Hunt, Pig and maybe deer someday. I am the guy to research the subject to death.

I know I want:
30.06 or .308
Hinged floor plate for internal magazine - not external
3 position safety
Prefer Walnut, but not positive
I like Stainless barrels, but that is 100% aesthetic for me.


Rem 700 - IMO Maybe someday - just not today (Seems WAY over hyped for my liking...)
Win 70 - See above...

I do like the Ruger Hawkeye 30.06 -
Tikka T3 is also a contender.
CZ 550 or 557 are strong possibilities also

No Mossberg or Savage sub $500 have the features I want

Here is my biggest quandry!
I am liking the Smith & Wesson I-Bolt -
While the bolt had a recall, easily fixed by the MFG., other than that there is not allot of info on it.
Here is what I like:
Timeny trigger ( adjustable 3-6lbs EXTERNALLY)
3 position safety
Thompson Centerfire Match Grade Barrel
Oversized triger guard
Internal Magazine - Hinged Floor Plate
60 degree bolt pull back vs. 90 degree
S & W wouldn't put there name on garbage!

Oh... BTW - I can get one NEW for under $350, which means more $$ for optics.

Looking for honest feedback:Thanks!

[TMB 1]

For that price I think you should buy it. Then write a review on it. I don't think S&W would have bought Thompson Center if they were garbage or put their name on it either.

[Merc1138]

Chrome? As in the exterior? I think you mean stainless.

No idea about a S&W ibolt, just make sure it's been fixed(there was a recall and a mark on the bolt handle shows that the problem has been resolved http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...8_757978_image )

[milotrain]

I dunno if I'd spend money on it.

If you don't like the fanfare of the 700 or 70 the CZ or Tikka T3 should be perfect for you. I've always fancied both, and own a CZ 452 rimfire which is very well built and accurate. A recent trip to the gunsuperstore left me feeling that the action on the T3 was very nice.