@Donnachaidh a ruger #1 is a great stalking rifle. I used them a lot until I moved over to Dakota #10 single shots. (same thing, 4x-6x the price)
IF the rifle isn't all you've hoped, there are two mods to do to make them tack drivers. The hicks accurizer will fix inaccuracy in the event of harmonics issues. The kepplinger single set trigger will get that gun to a very accurate crisp trigger break. Both optional and easy adjustments if you need more accuracy.
A sporterized Mauser in 7x57 would be another great choice as I mentioned previously.