I like the CZs, but there are plenty out there that will fit that price range, if you shop really hard. I recently sold two stainless 455s, and they went for considerably less. My favorites are the Scout model CZ 455s, which shoot better than you'd expect out of a "kid's" rifle. I restocked them to fit me, with CZ's synthetic stocks. Short, light, handy, great iron sights (if wanted), and available.
Sportsman's Warehouse was blowing out the new model 457 Scouts a couple of months ago, they might still be available. They are supposed to be better than the 455s, but I don't care for their appearance. They are/were selling for less than $400, leaving money for a decent rimfire scope (Burris Droptine Rimfire 3-9s are pretty good for the money).
Shop wisely, I like the Winchester 75s and the plainer 69 model, too. Good shooting rifles, the Model 52s retarded little brothers.
