Imo the Savage model 10's or 110 if you get a long action caliber they sell at Walmart are one of the best deals you can get for the money. They have have the accu trigger on them which is great. It's probably my favorite factory trigger I've ever shot. They sell this as a package deal with a scope for $387-397 depending on which Walmart you go to around here, however, it's always under $400. I've not seen any similar Savages anywhere near this price anywhere else. You can then just sell the scope for $20-30 and put a nice scope on it and have a nice rifle that will shoot great, and be great quality.

If you want a rifle that is nicer in fit and finish then I'm a Browning fan, however, you more than likely won't get any more accuracy if you even get as good of accuracy. What you can get is a nice wood stock, and a nice polished finish. Just depends on if it's worth the extra cost for you. IMO the Savage is one of the best deals out there right now though.