Yep, the NF is heavy, the varmint barrel is heavy and the laminate stock is heavy. I've changed my tactics since first starting shooting, when I used to walk, walk, walk. Now, I set up in places I know are good for foxes, pick a nice hill and stick to it, maybe move to another hill later. Walking is now kept to a minimum. I don't like the weight anymore, not just because it's heavy but I get tendon troubles now and then and it ain't always fun. If I was doing it all over again I'd be tempted for a light weight custom rifle, but I still figure heavy and accurate go hand in glove for the most pa