The rifle was as described. It was new and factory packaged but left a lot to be desired. UPS managed to screw up the box pretty good but the rifle survived. The seller was kind enough to refund me a portion of the shipping cost to make up for the condition of the box when it showed up. That speaks volume's for the courtesy of the seller. She thanked me for my service and that was extra special nice. God Bless America and God Bless Texas.