It's not just Number 1s for me; it's falling blocks. The Rugers are just the easiest ones to come by. I actually like the Winchester-pattern guns more. Have two of those.
I can understand why they cost more than most bolt guns, but think $1800 is a bit much even so. I paid less than $900 for mine from Whittaker's. Any others I run into at a similar price might tempt me, especially 1As.
All I can say is, handle one, and shoot it if possible. You'll either get it or you won't.
That is sort of my feeling as well. I have a #1 in .220 Swift, but lean more towards the 1885. I can't justify the originals, but several Brownings have taken up residence in the safe over the years. From Hornet to .45-70 there is just something about them that appeals to me.
Jerry
