I have the same set up as you, but with a Ziess Conquest 4.5-14 power scope. When I first bought the rifle, I had the same thaughts as you on the recoil. After shooting a few boxes of through it, it is not that bad at all
http://www.longrangehunting.com/rifles/lrr-338-edge.phpHello, Great site I am interested in getting into long range shooting.I have a few rifles, but I am intersted in having a custom 338 Edge rifle built, it sounds like an awsome bullet to shoot.