It's funny you mention that, Sat I was at the store helping a friend pick out a gun and as I was leaving I picked it up after handling 8 to 10 others and I was shocked at how much more it weighed... I could never justify spending that much money on a gun for myself but the weight would make a difference to me. I hike many miles back to my stands as don't have the ability to drive up to them w/a four wheeler or vehicle. Plus I'm a wee guy