I apologize if I mis-interpreted the reply to my post. I was simply asking about information for purchasing a civilian sporting rifle. I have been posting to this site for several years and I have always tried to obey the rules and answer questions in a direct, relevant, helpful, and friendly manner. I happen to know that several regulars to this site could give me valuable advice on the topic for which I inquired. As this is not a "survivalist" site, I have also never interpreted that to mean that it is a "no firearm" site. Again, I ask if someone would have useful information concerning the topic for which I inquired. Thanks in advance, AndyO.<br><br>