Not sure if they are still available but CDNN had the synthetic/blued Marlin XS7s for $249. If I was in the market for another knock around .243, that would be high on my list.
They still have the XS7s in 243, 7mm-08, and 308 for $249.99. I bought 2 of them in 243 for a couple of kids in Vermont after I couldn't find a better deal. If you can get some other guys to go in with you on a purchase, CDNN will ship up to 5 rifles for a flat rate of $15.
