thinking

I have a Savage model 111 accutriger that i am thinking of selling. Its a bit of over kill for target shooting. comes with extra mag, leopold scope mount, and sling. could throw in about 143 rounds and 47 pieces of brass. I also have RCBS reloading dies and shell holder.

so ive been doing a bit of research on the AR-15 lately and im far from finished but i did find a few things that i think i like. the idea of building my own is to learn the weapon inside and out before i ever take it to the range. also would give me something to do in my off time. At this...

Any suggestions as to the ones that can handle the recoil of the 450 Marlin? any pluses of said optic? Any Minuses?