I have about 600 to spend on the rifle and 600 for a scope. And i also reload .308,7mm,30-06,9mm,30-30,44, .223, and 38 special. But still ur right the round is a litlle cheaper just because the powder. But i use 40-64 mainly and i have alot. I also shoot .223 alllllll the time. Its also a rem...