And now for something totally different... #1 Understanding that any .30-06 can be converted to .308/7.62x51 for $20, and converted back for another $20, why not have the best of both worlds since you are talking a bolt gun? #2 .30-06 bolt guns are cheaper due to the quantity of them available. Conv...

I have the 22/45 with a 6"can. I picked up an Uncle Mikes bandoleer for an 8" revolver at a gun show for $10. One Chicago screw to correct the alignment and it has served me well for several years now. I even Gorilla taped a dual mag pouch to it. Looks like hell but works fine.