Clint:
The barrel on a 700 BDL is not normally floated as we know it. I addressed this in the Weng question. There is generally a "mound" at the end of the 4-arm to allow the barrel to rest on a non heat conducting material. The rest of the barrel is generally not touched by the barrel. If you are wanting to "Float" the barrel, it has been my experience that a $1.00 bill dimension is not enough. quadruple that effort for free floating.
Trigger pull is generally around 4-6lbs. This is to ensure sear engaugment. Lighter pull reduces this engaugement and could cause an AD when the bolt is closed or when accidently dropped.
HJN
[This message has been edited by Harley Nolden (edited September 17, 1999).]
[This message has been edited by Harley Nolden (edited September 17, 1999).]