I agree, buy it. I was in the market for an in-line and was considering the Savage. However, I ran up on a deal for a Ruger 77/50 that I just couldn't turn down for $225.00. The Ruger was black composite stock, stainless steel, had Ruger stainless rings and a 209 conversion kit included. Every Savage I've looked at has started at $375.00. One that is comparable to what I got is around $400.00. So I saved a lot of money but I can't shoot smokeless powder and who knows, we all may toting smokeless rifles by other companies in the future. Since in-lines, side lock sales have dropped the same way traditional bow sales dropped when the compound took off. But as long as we have the freedom of choice, then I'm happy.

If I had ran up on it or a similiar deal when I found my Ruger I would have gladly paid the difference to own it no matter the stock type or blued vs stainless.