Welcome to the Savage dilemma. No real good options out there for a well made, light weight, synthetic stock out there for the Savage that us under $500. Whoever does that first is going to make a killing. I agree that if you're not worried about weight, Boyds is the way to go. I have several for my savage rifles and they have been great. I would recommend pillar and glass bedding though. It makes a difference. I also believe Magpul just came out with a hunter stock for the Savage. That is a fantastic stock, but it is also heavy.