To me the Weatherby mark v is one of the most beautiful rifles ever made! Posted a few pics last week of my Weatherby mark xxii, I love it! I also own a Weatherby vanguard deluxe in 243 which looks like a mark v. The 257 Weatherby mag is I think one of the best all round cartridge. My 243 is great for deer and hogs but wish it was 257 W. Mag for anything bigger. You got a good rifle there for longer, say Montana, Colarado hunting for just about anything. Enjoy and let us know how she shoots with some trophy pics!