Evening all, From 2000 to 2008 I was doing the run and gun with IPIC. Then life took over now after 2 knee and one back surgery, I am finally retired. My son highly suggested that I look into bench rest shooting, so question is everyone hoping on bandwagon of 6, and 6.5 creedmore some very expensive rifles. Question is with every manufacturer making a 6.5, some at a very good beginner price, could you start out with a cheaper savage,ruger, howa, rifle and add to or build up as you can afford? I am no rookie to rifles, just was always a 45 man. your thoughts please?