Yeah know 10Gauge, you do have a good point. Many rifles built long a go, WERE made to last a long time. And the average hunter back then expected them to last. Younger folks today, want lighter quicker shooting rifles that look cool to them it seems. And a lower price. That usually means plastic. On your point, I got to qualify my last statement and say I'd be more likely to buy an older used rifle with some proven durability.
