I just bought the AXIS II in 223 at Wal-Mart for $419 out the door. Heavy barrel, a Bushnell 4-12x40 scope, 22-inch barrel, camo finish, AccuTrigger, haven't shot it yet but for the price you can't beat a Savage. I was considering the Remington 700 ADL in 223 for the same price but it has a blind magazine instead of the drop-box mag which I much prefer.

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