The only problem with the Model 24 is that some (most?) dealers ask ridiculous prices because the gun says "Winchester" on it. You can probably find a Hunter Fulton, Lefever Nitro, or Ithaca Western Long Range a good bit cheaper, talking about guns in similar condition. All pretty much similar quality, although the 24 does have consistently good stock dimensions, while you may find some of the others have quite a bit of drop. You'll find Stevens a whole lot cheaper than 24's.