i am thinking about getting me one in 25-06. at first i could not get used to the look of it, but i've been reading alot on it and all i hear are good things. what i saw was one in all stainless but the stock was black with a carbon fiber looking design that look sharp! anyone else have any x-bolts that want to share their range groups and loadings?? thanks..

The thing that bothered me most was the 3 different colors of stainless. The trigger guard is brighter than the receiver and the barrel is duller than the receiver.

I think the price is a little steap for the stainless stalker, but am happy w/ it's performance (never had an issue w/ any Browning so far). I remember the A-bolt Medallion being $550, but has an awesome walnut stalk and fancy engraving. The stainless stalker is pretty plain w/ a synthetic stalk and composite magazine. Would've bought another A-bolt Medallion and have enough $$ left over for over half down on another A-bolt.

My stailess stalker has a "Dura Coat" on it and they have a note in the box not to use harsh chemicals on the barrel, action etc. I guess the coating can be removed and ruin the durability.

I thought about a black and blued, but I'd think it makes the rifle look too plain. I love blued and wood though!! Especially nutmeg laminated w/ blued barrel!!