It's still possible for people from age 20 to 80 to have diverse interests in rifles. I've known young guys that like lever guns and old guys that like AR rifles.
I will say that one thing that has pushed me away from walnut in recent years is the fact that most wood seems really plain these days, not really worth an upcharge from a synthetic handle unless you are talking about a low-volume manufacturer like Cooper. The Kimber models with select-grade wood were some of the only ones that caught my eye and seemed worth the price.
