Bigmills

Looks are deceiving! I agree that the Apex has a nicer synthetic stock than the Omega. However, the Omega has a laminated wood stock that's superior to the Apex synthetic stock. Your biggest comparison surprise is when you read the Apex's powder & bullet grain restrictions in your new owner's manual or try to compare warranties with the Omega (or) compare resale value at auction sites.

What you have is an average break-action ML. You paid an average price. You can expect average results. Let's hope you have the best one BPI industries ever built & it turns out to be a terrific shooter. Good luck with your new rifle.