Would it be possible for a "retro-fit" rib to be made that would allow the use of Talleys and move the scope back? I think there would be a good market? Yes/No?

would it be possible, yes. i do not believe enough would sell to make it profitable for someone to do it on a larger scale. dakota makes a rib that they sell separate that is contoured on the underside for douglas and shilen tapers. i have fitted one to a ruger that was rebarreled, and then milled the top for talley rings. i did fit it so the rear was over the action but not touching.

Is this something you did yourself or gunsmith? Would you have any photos?

i did it myself for a friends gun. i will try and get you a photo.

I have one fitted to a standard Ruger barrel but it's completely custom and another like it would be very spendy. I thought I had a photo on photobucket but can't find it, Anyway it is possible but not cheap.

I using these as well...I don't care for the Weaver