I went to Dicks today. Went to "look" at a Marlin 60 that they have on sale.
Well.....I walked out with it. No will power.
My first rifle since I was a kid.
It appears to be well made with a beautifully looking stock. Can't wait to take it to the range.
One very surprising aspect - the NICS check took about 2 minutes.
I guess the long waiting periods are over !