I think Savage makes a good barrel. They are accurate. I just can't get warmed up to that Accu Trigger contraption and I absolutely hate a Savage action. But they are priced right and they do in fact usually shoot great.
A lot of folks don't like the Accutrigger; I personally like them quite a bit. They can certainly be a functional PITA depending on one's technique for finger-on-trigger placement, but I've fired thousands of rounds through mine and have never had a problem with them 'locking up' like the guy who does reviews on SniperCentral has.
I am curious though, what don't you like about the action? Is it an aesthetics thing (barrel nut & bolt release) or one of function (heavy bolt lift)? Not looking for an argument, just curious.