Browning A-Bolt II CS: Fits good, looks good, experienced with them. Con's, the price and 23" barrel, doesnt come with scope bases or rings . $789.95 w/o tax.
My .223 is a composite. Very accurate, barrel is floated nicely, and the trigger is crisp and breaks at about 4 pounds. Not bad for a factory trigger. I also like the bolt throw of a Browning.
BTW, Wal-Mart sells the composite stalker for $581.65. You can pick your gun on their website, print out the page, take it to the sporting goods section, and they'll order one for you.