JoeBHunting - Unfortunately(or fortunately-kind of a catch 22)you're right,but i will always look for the american product first.I believe ourtechnology and resources are as good if not better than any other nation.-----jester68

Jester,
I think the rifle, caliber, and scope you have put together is about the best hunting package for the dollar that you could hope to have.

Sea Monkey - With all the advice and suggestions from everyone here,I'm sure I'll be satisfied.Waiting to purchase the items is killing me!!!!!!!!-----jester68