Caliber I am thinking something deer sized he doesnt need anything bigger so up to .308.

I really like that Model 88 you have as I am familiar with the Model 100.

The 99's are out as it is to big for him at this time.

I agree with the safety issue hence the non winchester, I am thinking the BLR is just ugly. LOL, I know it his rifle but dad has the $$$ and final say for a few more years at least.