No design has a lock (pun intended) on desirable handling properties. That is like saying the round action/sidelock/boxlock has better stock dimensions. "Desirable handling properties" are a function of purpose of the gun and the individual shooter. Clearly, stock dimensions can, and should, be adjusted to fit the physique of the individual shooter. Likewise, handling properties can, and should, be adjusted to suit the individual's strength, muscle speed, and shooting style. Low weight and fast handling are no more the hallmarks of a fine gun than are short LOP and little drop. "Weight between the hands" is a red herring. It translates "very compact" which implies low swing effort (small MOI). Weight, balance, unmounted swing effort, and mounted swing effort should be matched to the individual shooter regardless of the action type.
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