Same here. Did you get yours from Elk County Arms? I have a Leupold VX2 in silver finish that has been sitting in my closet for years. I got it on closeout for $129. After the rebate, I'll be into a really sweet package for under $600. I justified it as my post shoulder replacement rifle. None of my other 223s would work.
I did. I was in the same boat. I had a Weaver k-6 I picked up used that I really liked, but couldn't get the eye relief right. So, I picked up a lady Hunter stock from Numerich and a HFP from Jim at Northland. Can't beat it for the price. After shipping xfer, and all the upgrades, I'll be into it for $785 including new Talleys. I almost picked it up couple months back, but I wanted to see what the new rebates would be; glad I waited. I've watched Too many people talk about the 223 recently. I figured it's time to try some Barnes in one for myself.
