Now I am not bashing any one company or type of firearm, but in general, I am not especially pleased with the appeal of many of today's firearms. Sure I realize the benefits of stainless, and the advantage of a composite stock under adverse weather conditions, but I miss the quality wood, and deep bluing I associate with a fine firearm. Just my personal opinion, but without getting real expensive, I would opt for an older Sako, Browning Safari, Winchester 70 and the likes before I would purchase todays options. I also think there has been an overall reduction in quality. What do you think?