I bought one back in 2009 put Talley bases and rings with a Swarovski EE Zi-6 scope. Since then the rifle has sat in my safe, I have shot it once. Most of the reviews are positive and the rifle handles like a dream! Living in California find a good place to shoot is a major operation. And unless you are wealthy finding a place to hunt is all but impossible. When the rifle came out there were some negative reviews on the internet. Mainly about the front band coming off and headspaceing issues. I took my Caprivi to a gunsmith, Jack Huntington, and everything checked out. Jack really liked the rifle and felt it was a good buy at $3,000. Everyone I have talked to liked their rifle and I like mine and will keep it.