That is the cost of the Savage package rifle. The cost is cheap compared to most other brands of rifles, but the rifle is a good solid rifle. The stock's aren't anymore than just utilitarian but the rifle works well and is reliable. The one caution I would give is if you really want a 7MM Rem. Mag. I would skip this gun because it only has a 22" barrel. In the 7MM Mag you need at least a 24" barrel to take advantage of the increased powder capacity of the Magnum case. If you like the rifle I would suggest buying one in 270 Win. or 30-06 Springfield. Both calibers are available in the same package gun for the same price from Wal-Mart.