I've got 5 Montana and Ascent rifles all sport Talley rings. Nothing wrong with the Warne setup either I have a few rifles Warne rings and bases I like the the extra low rings that Talley offer if using a 36mm or smaller.
Only thing that money can't buy you is your youth. Nothing wrong with saving but don't let it drive and control you. An old rich guy told me 24 years ago when I was going on my first elk hunt that I couldn't really afford that he wished he'd worked less and enjoyed his money more. Said he...
I have 2 First Lite Brooks down sweaters. One new with tags ( conifer) and one only wore a couple times ( dry earth) in great shape. $225 for the new one $190 for the dry earth. Both size large.