Thanks for the replies guys. I wasnt as upset about the rifle being out of stock as them telling me it was in stock and on the way for 3 weeks before someone stepped up and told me the truth. I had them call the warehouse before I ordered it to make sure that it was in stock. I went to the shop and had a nice talk with the manager of the department, cancelled my order, and got my money back. From there, I took a ride down to my favorite shop. I had a bunch of time to think about it. Since I just sent my receiver in for a 357 barrel, I figured I could call and have a 223 barrel added also, but as this was CHRISTmas loot from the girlfriend, I figured I had best use it before she decided that we need to spend it elsewhere. Looked at a bunch of rifles and shotguns ranging in price from sks's, an old beretta silver something pump gun, a cz 527 in 223 or a bushmaster. I just wasnt seeing what I wanted until I spied a really nice and minty 4" Smith and Wesson model 19. Its an older one with a pinned barrel and recessed chamber. It was marked $375 and I was thinking about it, but figured what could be more fun then a nice revolver and a handi in 357 and decided to go for it. After filling out the paperwork, he said oh just give me $300 and grab some ammo. Ill post a few pics when I get a chance.
It's just about dark here, so I will have to take it to the range tomorrow. I still dont have a centerfire rifle, but I will just wait for my rifle to get back from H&R. By the way, the shop had an AZ serial H&R 28inch full choke for $80 and also a target model 38-55 for roughly $350. If anyone is interested in either of these, drop me a line and Ill send you the info on the shop.
