I'll be...
Too bad I didn't see the ad sooner, would have saved me a bit...

Anyway, I still think what I payed was reasonable and the best part was that I sold another gun I wasn't crazy for anymore and got into one I am much more interested in for less money. I'd take that deal any day!

I should pull the locks and see what the wood looks like underneath. In hand, it looks more oily on the surface than a deep oiliness and the dark color is pretty much present throughout the stock rather than moreso at the head of the stock as is often encountered. Something I should check out though all the same.

One thing not mentioned in either ad is the weight of the rifle.
All up, it is 10lbs 12.4oz
The barrels alone weigh 4lbs 5.52oz
A pretty stout rifle which should make it very pleasant to shoot.