Yo David i concur with Cayugad. You can't go wrong with either ML. I have a Blk. Dia. SS Express XR its a great shooter all the way around.I have put my safety on fire an put right thumb on receiver butt & index finger on cocking lever squeeze trigger while holding lever & bolt will close over primer or cap for closed breech. Try it in store while its empty & you will see what i am talking about. When its loaded do it in safe area for safety reasons ! Pick one !