BarePaw...

I must say that I like the savage also. I bought the savage 114 american classic w/monte carlo stock and the happens to be the best gun that I have . It is a little high in price at about 589.00 for the savage, but it is well worth the money if your going to spend it. I also put a Nikon monarchUCC 3x9x40 BDC scope on it and it shoots like a dream. @ 200 yards I can hit the X in the center of the paper.

As for looks it has a nice satin finish and looks just as good as any other gun the doesn't have the gloss finish. You can't go wrong with the savage when it comes to a nice trigger and accurate shot placement.

As for Remington it has always stood at the top for quality and BIG name! And their is alot to be said for that... like years of quality products(firearms,ammo,clothing) and thousands of owners...
So, go with what you feel is right and hold both guns... But for me I feel that I got a better gun for the money with Savage.
Good Luck,
Tom