I have that same gun except walnut stock/blued. Haven't shot it yet so I can't say much, but I've heard good things. I got it from Cabelas about 6 months ago for $180. Just couldn't pass up a deal like that! I'll be trying it out soon, as I've got to get ready for elk season. I'm going to try the new Black Mag 3 powder. If I didn't have that I'd go with 777.