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That's the normal price except when you find them on special at some stores like Wal Mart in the off season. Some people got them for around $100.00 then.

The Black Diamond has the 22" barrel while the XR has the 26" barrel. Both are great rifles. Whether I would spend 209.00 for a simple Black Diamond I am not sure. For a little more, there are easier to maintain rifles out there. They were getting some Omega's for $269.00 which is a break open design. Although your rifle selection should match the hunting regulations of where you hunt and live.

I just got a White Ultra Mag for $300.00 which is proving to be a real sweet rifle, and it is all stainless steel. Also another thing to think of...

Good luck in your decision. The Black Diamond is a great shooter, but a devil to clean, and like to fowl badly..