Marlins and Mossbergs are both nice as well, and have great ratings Check out Gunbroker.com for price checks. Walmarts can actually order rifles in for you (the Mossberg was $257 at mine, without junk scope).

The only thing I don't like about the Marlin is the "gloss" bluing finish. I prefer the matte finish of the Mossberg and Savage instead. Doesn't affect the shooting, but I HATE that old, glossy blue that shows fingerprints like crazy. The matte is a little more resistant to tarnish/rust, and doesn't reflect light as much either (reflection not too much of a concern...).

Can't go wrong with any of these. Your scope and rings will (i.e. should) be about the same price, however, as the gun.