Whatever works for you big guy, if you think spending more money on a rifle makes you a better hunter, and marksman, then you are far too gone. I wonder how anyone kills a deer without spending a grand on a rifle setup. I do think it's people like you who are hurting our sport, a snobbish attitude, and a "my dad can beat up your dad" kind of attitude. Since when did enjoyment become equivalent to how much money you can blow on a rifle? granted, I will not spend money on really cheap rifles, but the Savage line is not "cheap" like the Remington 710 or such, and to even make that comparison, is absurd. But its ok, keep driving less financially fortunate hunters away with your know it all attitude, after all, you spent the big bucks for the upcoming season.