It's a bummer that some people are getting backordered now, especially the ones that ordered super early. I went with the 600 and that must be why I was able to get it shipped. The 800 probably has triple the demand.
I usually hang out at another forum and just lurk on this one but thanks to thegoldenone was able to jump on a 600 from Cabelas. Here's my updated tracking info, I placed my order around 12:30 on the 20th and used the "freeship" promo