Comes with original JC Higgins 4X scope (K-4 Weaver), advertised as being in very good condition for $285. This is a local(ish) deal. I have yet to see it. Is this a decent price? Can anyone provide some info on the M50 or questions I should ask about it?

Thats a good deal. The moron above this post probably said buy a savage, I don't know with IGNORE mode. These were made by FN in belgium, I have a 416 built on one of the actions. Great basic rifle or base for a custom gun. Except for saying sears on the barrel they are basically a plain FN sporter.

The FN action alone would cost you more than $285. So what's the question?

The only one I come up with is the,Sears Model 53 Bolt-Action Rifle.Was made by Savage in,243,270,308,30-06,4shot mag,22"barrel,$195.00.,