If you're gun saavvy, or have a friend who is, check the used market for anything available in 30-30 and up, caliber-wise. If you're not comfortable looking at used guns, find a reputable dealer, and lay it out to him, you're looking for an economical hunting/defense piece... you'd be surprised at just how helpful that smiling guy (or girl) behind the counter can be <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />. One tip though, if you're looking to get (good) advice, stay away from large chainstores... you want a gun? Find a GUN Dealer... not somebody who was working automotive last week <img src="/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />.

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