I've thought a little more about the problem I'm trying to solve.

Lets say the premise is if you shoot more, you become a better shot.
And lets presume if it costs less to shoot, I'm able to shoot more.

I've got a "match" AR-15 (20" floated JP bbl, McCormick trigger, ACOG). Weighs 9.42lbs and 39.75" OAL. Over $2K spent. Shoots XM193 for practice and capable of utilizing "match" ammo.

I've got a "match" bolt-gun. Lilja bbl, trued action, HS precision detachable box magazine, Nightforce scope, badger rings & rail. Weighs 12.92lbs and 45" OAL. Over $3K spent. Shoots only "match" ($.50)handloads.

Each is purpose-built, and I think they're about perfect for their respective purpose.

Neither one seems quite "right" for camping, hiking, loaning to a friend, shooting rocks, prairie dogs, crows, random targets of opportunity.

So I think what I want is a general-purpose "practice" rifle shooting "practice" ammo. If these are "top fuel dragsters running nitro methane", then I'm thinking a "Ford Taurus" for the equivalent of daily driving.

But then they say "practice like you play", so then I'm right back where I started.

I've also got that AR-10 in .260, SDI 1/9" SR-15, and an 8lb Ruger K10/22T.

Mike