Robert,

I'm hunting in Indiana where there is a three week firearm season where you can use shotgun or ML. That is followed by a ML season of 3 weeks. There is no rifle season. So, other than bow, I will be using ML exclusively for deer hunting. This makes me want a quality rifle at a good price w/ a solid warranty. Also, I don't care if it's the ramrod or the trigger anything about something being generic turns me off. The SS version of the NEF is $230. In comparison I can get the Wolverine 26" SS w/ thumbhole for 271.75 or the T/C BD XR 26" SS for $291. I will be spending at least 230, but if I spend 40-60 more I'm getting incredibly proven and well backed rifles with great warranty's. For me that ended any thought of the Sidekick.

cayugad,

Is the Knight easier to clean because of the shorter barrel or it's design? I ask because I will be getting the 26" barrel whether I go Wolverine or BlackDiamond.

Thanks again to both of you.

Dave