If I didn't already have 2 LR rigs I'd be shopping hard for one of these as a 2nd/backup rifle, it packs a lot of features in a very inexpensive package. Even if you figure on putting a better barrel on it you're still into it for far less than $2k without an optic, it's a no brainer if you ask me for anyone in the market for something a less expensive than a full custom rifle.