Whew! What a wonderful rifle in itself. Adding all the adventures it's acquired through the years, in famous hands, and its cachet becomes nearly overwhelming.

You must honor that weapon in as many ways as you can. What a treat to be able to actually read stories of its exploits through the years. GREAT STUFF!

I will congratulate you on the prize your search brought you to, but I would be lying if I didn't admit there's a healthy dash of envy in all the laud I lay at its pedigree.

I will raise a glass of calvados to you and your .577 tonight. Well done, Buckstix!