Just won an auction on GunBroker.com for a new Marlin XL7, no scope, for $290! That's cheaper than some of the used prices. It's from the auction account of Buds Gun Shop and I bought one of my 9mms from them (also through GunBroker). A+ retailer.

I just kept seeing similar posts to Sheridan's, the gun will be more accurate than I am! That leaves $200 for the scope, enough for something decent.

I have a few more questions now, but I'll start another thread.

Thanks for the help.