Looks like that link is for the 527. The 550 is the long action version in 308 and 22-250. Which chambering were you looking at? I've got the 22-250 model only with the laminate stock. Had it for 5 or 6 years now I think. It's been a darn good rifle. I love shooting it and it's very accurate with the right bullets. The only downside to the 22-250 is the 1:14 twist. It really needs to be faster, so you can run the heavier bullets. That is my only complaint. Haven't checked on the 308 but I don't think twist will be an issue there. The trigger on my rifle is clean, both set and un-set, and the action is nice and smooth. Not sure what else to say other than it's one of my favorite rifles. Good easy rifle to practice do some light duty target work.