I would think that the Fluted stainless laminate stock rifle will be heavier. If you plan on doing a lot of walking with this rifle you might want to consider that. I have two Savage rifles and there is 3 lbs difference in weight. My Mod 116 fluted stainless, muzzle brake, laminate stock, 7mag is 11.2 lbs. Too heavy for me to lug around very far. My Mod. 111, blued, synthetic, .270 weighs in a 8 lbs. IMO $200. difference is not worth the trade. Does the factory stock come with the Rifle? I think they can do better on the price.