Many thanks Tim, for both the link and the info on the stocks.
We have two Bass Pro Shops going in within an hour's drive (Birmingham, AL), and that may have something to do with the decision locally, though neither of them will open for some months. Honestly, the few bucks I saved ordering the .30-30 Handi from the same Walmart I visited tonight really was not worth the trouble.
But back on topic, do you prefer the checkered or plain laminated stocks? I have no problem with the grip on the plain palletwood when hunting with gloves, but have never had my hands on an NEF with checkering.
Rick