My dilemma is solved! I worked out a deal with a LGS and have on order a Tikka T3x in 6.5x55. I also ordered a set of 30mm Talley rings to mount a Nikon 2.5X8 that currently sits on a little used rifle and should be a good fit. I have few jacketed bullets loaded and I plan on throwing a bunch more together. I also need to put together some cast boolit loads to see how they will work in this rifle. Everything should be ready to go when the rifle gets here in about a week. I'm going to try to have it ready for deer season which opens on the 28th but if that doesn't work out, I have four other rifles ready to go.