I like it. It's a worthy rifle. I think if it were mine, I might want to mount the scope further forward. But it looks like that may not be possible with the scope and mounts that you have; and I would be reluctant to change that out, unless it would be replaced with something of the same vintage. Perhaps a Weaver K4, or Lyman Alaskan, in those same mounts, maybe.... I'm pretty darn sure I wouldn't put a new scope on it. If it all works good just the way it is for you, then keep it that way, if the scope doesn't fog up on you when you bring it in from the cold. I would definitely add a leather military-style sling as what was used on the Springfield back in the day. Keep it as original and/or period correct as you can, and by all means, hunt with it. Congratulations on obtaining a very cool and classic rifle.