All I know is it really is ridiculous. Now I'm a Remmy many from head to toe. I think, for the most part that they make a quality product and I try to support them. However, close to a grand for a hunting rifle is going too far. And don't even talk about TC. I've been looking for a single shot and was impressed with the Encore...until I saw the prices. CVA here I come. I just cannot justify shelling out that kind of cash for a hobby. I'm looking at teh Optima Pro Elite. Hopefully Remmy and TC will become more reasonable w/their prices but I doubt they will. Oh well, if you can afford it more power to you. But as for me, I refuse.