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Following is a reply from an avid hunter about this rifle set up.

The style is based on the "scout" rifle design. Mounting the long eye reief scope forward allows the hunter to see the quarry with both eyes open and still see the point of aim through the scope while looking down the rifle barrel. This is especially usefull on dangerous game.
Next on hard recoiling rifles the scope is far enough forward so there's no chance of the shooter getting hit with the scope.
Next target acquisition is almost instant because the shooter naturally looks down the barrel at his target rather than lining up eye relief and focusing on the target through a scope mounted much closer to the shooters eye.
Remember this setup is not optimum for deer or elk BUT would be perfect for fast followup shots for a "guide" on dangerous game after his client " blew " a shot.

Thanks for the insight particle. They do kick a bit but with the decelerator pad its' better. LOL. You mentioned tough to load? How do you mean? Thanks.

You know. When I got this set up I didn't ask. Put it in the rifle rack and noticed that it looked odd to me. Took it out to the range and didn't think about it again until you asked. LOL. All I can say is it works and that this rifle took down an 800lb buffalo at 100 yards. Thats serious stopping power. I see now why these are scout guns. If some wild game came charging whether this continent or any other, I would like this rifle to be with me. Thats a heck of a round with a LOT of knock out power. Distance shooting at 250 + yards to take game with our mags is fine. But this short rifle is mine if I'm in Alaska and a bear is hungry or mad. LOL.

I do have a Scout 45-70. Marlin Guide gun in 45/70 with leupold 2.5x scout scope Has limbsaver slip on recoil pad. Lots of fun.

In the stainless is beautiful. This is going to be a popular model. Ordering mine today. Thanks for letting us all know.