I've got one of the 10.5" Performance Center guns with a Burris 1.5x4 in Leupold quick release rings. One thing for sure is that the gun is heavy! I think it goes something like 90 ounces. It does dampen recoil but it is also kind of awkward. I wouldn't even consider shooting it without a rest of some sort. It came with a sling and I think that's the only way you could carry it!