Congrats Lloyd, I know what you went through. Being broke isn't any fun. Not familiar with the D model (send me some pics if you have time)but, I'm sure it will please you. Bought my first .35 Remington 336RC a while back and have loved the experience. Mine has a lot of blue wear but, will stay now that I have finally found one that I can afford. That son of mine(six_gunz) has gone Marlin wild, lately must be a chip off the older block?