I'm in the same boat. No matter how diligently I apply conservative consumerism (looking for good deals), there's always a better deal...right after I make my purchase. I'm pretty positive that I'll receive my Ultra Varmint, after a longer-than normal wait, then they'll be readily available at the local Wal Mart for way less than what I paid. Heck, they'll probably be giving them away.
It's kind of like the wise old saying for trophy animals. "If it's a trophy to you, it's a trophy...period." Just substitute "good deal" for "trophy".
Any .204 ammo at Sportsman's Warehouse? We've got one close, in Loveland, CO, and I checked it on Sunday. They acted like they'd never heard of the .204 Ruger.