Re: 700P vs. 700SPS
Maybe I'm just missing it all together, but I've not seen anything that says the 700P goes through any different tests or quality checks. I'm also pretty sure the trigger now is the same on SPS and Police models. You can get an HS Precision take off stock, either off a 700P or 5R, for about 200 bucks fyi. Basically the 700P is an out-of-the-box great starter rifle, and the SPS series(Tactical and Varmint) are good rifles if you want to do some hands on personalization and building. I debated on the 700P and SPS Tactical for several months before going with the SPS Tactical, deciding factor: I like to tinker with stuff and I could upgrade things quicker with this model because of the much lower base price, also had more cash to drop on a scope. You probably won't be disappointed with either, just depends on if you want a stock rifle, or a personally upgraded one.
Kelly