Savage
I like Savage: Axis is cheapest, no accutrigger, but I got used to it. The Axis XP come with a boresighted 3x9 scope. $285 - $330. For about $40 more, depending on caliber, you can get the Axis II with no scope $315, which I did last time. I wanted the accutrigger but not the 3x9 scope.
The plastic stock is better on the newer model #s Over 20,000. I bought a Boyds stock for an Axis, and just swapped onto a newer Axis II. perfect swap both ways. Stainless steel is available in the Axis line again for about $40 more than black.
Savage makes some interesting Law Enforcement heavy barrel models, excellent accuracy, but too heavy to carry around all day. If you get one of those with a factory scope, you will end up buying a better scope for as much as the rifle cost, or more. Not a bad thing. But you will.
Savage also splits the difference other models, like hog hunter, long range hunter, scout and other formats all around $400-600.
BudsGunShop.com has got the goods at the right price and ship to your FFL.