Originally Posted by Leonten
His budget is more of a $500 range.


Marlin XL7 or Ruger American would easily fit that bill, and still leave room for a good scope before reaching $500. I've owned both, and they shot extremely well.

Here's one of the Marlins:

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If used rifles can be considered, you'll have many, many more options.

FC

Last edited by Folically_Challenged; 02/14/17.
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