I think if you shop around you could find a new TC Encore for that price-or real close. The Encore would open up a whole world of options for you in the future. Additional barrels can be bought for a good price. Especially if you shop the net for a good used one. I have alot of rifle's, and my Encore 30-06 is my go to deer rifle. They handle great, relatively lightweight, short length, and more than accurate enough for deer. Tom.