Look for sales during the holidays. I have a 300 win mag on a stainless Remington action that weighs in at 6lbs 12oz, with the scope its right at 8lbs. Its a joy to carry and shoots like a dream. I got the Christensen carbon barrel and a Edge fill McMillan Remington Hunter last year on their New Year sale. Barrel came from the Christensen's store and the stock from Redhawk Rifles. I don't recall the exact price of both but it was pretty close to $1,000.