What's a good first non-restricted long gun - semi and cheap

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FabienCast

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Hi,

I got my PAL recently and I'm working on finding a gun club to finally start shooting, but I can't decide on what to buy as a first gun.
I'm extremely inexperienced with the Canadian market (as I only see guns through american youtube channels). All I know is I prefered semi the first and last time I shot, and since I'm only 21 I'd rather not have to sell one my kidneys on the black market to buy the weapon,,,
Any suggestion will help, then I'll compare everything and choose what I like

Thanks a lot!

EDIT : I've settled on a .22 caliber bolt action, the question is now : is a brand new Ruger American Rimfire + Leupold scope rings + Vortex Copperhead 4-12x44 scope for 700$ a good deal, or is Dante Sports trying to rob me?
 
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Assuming you mean rifle and not pistol..
Maybe look at a Ruger 10/22.
If you can find one a CZ isn't a bad choice
If you are looking for a pistol...sorry can't help.
 
.22lr is the caliber you want if you are looking to save money. there are many manufacturers that sell semi .22lr for reasonable prices. Take a visit to you local gun store so you can hold several types of rifles to see what kind you like best. Many.22lr rifles can be found for under $400
 
Another vote for the Ruger 10/22. Relatively inexpensive, reliable, been around for decades, lotsa' after-market bits, if you want to change things, easy to dis-assemble (clean). Also, one of the few semi autos with an internal hammer, that you can release, without it striking the firing pin.
 
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Another one for the Ruger 10/22 . Have a few (dozen) , my first is a second year production (1965) and its still running true . Lever guns can be fun also . Have fun no matter what your choice is !
 
Marlin 795 or 60. Twice the gun as the 10/22, @ half the price! Unless you plan on going "tactical" with your .22, and need add ons.;)
 
Thanks for all your replies, really cool to see so many people willing to help! I'm not sure 22lr is really the caliber I'm looking for though. I get that I probably shouldn't start with the biggest caliber available, dislocate my shoulders and miss every shot, but when I tried 22lr in a pistol (while supervised since my licence is only non-restricted for the moment), it didn't feel as exciting to me as the other calibers, so I can't imagine it's more exciting in a rifle config that lowers recoil... I might just be a turd but I want to feel some recoil!

Anywho, I don't know how to say this without triggering anyone but what'd you recommend as a long gun for "beefier" calibers?

Thanks!:)
 
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J.Hancock said:
Once I would've said SKS or a 22lr. Now it's probably just a 22LR.
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Even at their current prices the SKS is a good value - you won't find any other semi auto centrefire rifles under $500. Realistically there aren't a lot of semi auto options under $1000, especially if you're not looking at used guns or pistol caliber stuff...

And at you can still get relatively affordable ammo too. $11/20 for Norinco isn't cheap, but it sure beats any other rifle caliber for cost.


OP it is hard to give suggestions without a budget.
 
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Even at their current prices the SKS is a good value - you won't find any other semi auto centrefire rifles under $500. Realistically there aren't a lot of semi auto options under $1000, especially if you're not looking at used guns or pistol caliber stuff...

And at you can still get relatively affordable ammo too. $11/20 for Norinco isn't cheap, but it sure beats any other rifle caliber for cost.


OP it is hard to give suggestions without a budget.
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Given the OPs update, SKS is a good choice. I would stack Barnaul while you can and stack it deep.

Fabien, the recoil rush is short lived. I own many calibers and still find pleasure placing a .22 in the bullseye on the first shot!
 
Not sure what you’re budget is but you might want to consider a PCC. Cheap to shoot and typically easy to find ammo for. You can find one for about 1000-1500 (last time I checked). SKS is also a good way to go, they seem to be a good investment too.
 
Not knowing your budget I would go with a .22lr the 10/22 as it is the most accessorized .22 on the market. 500rnds for 50-60$ lots of fun and quieter if your worried about the neighbors etc
2. Ruger pc9 or Sub 2000 9mm 1k rnds 400$
3. sks 1440 rnds 500$ 7,63x39
4. wk 180 1k rnds 7-800$

At the end of the day its all about the $ and how much and where you will shoot.

enjoy the sport, and be prepared to spend a lot of $ and good times
 
Op
Little more info in your first post would have given everyone a better chance to try and help.
Still say to gain valuable shooting skills a .22 would be the best choice for your very first rifle.
And for that matter recommend a bolt, not a SA.
If you're just after something to plink with and really not into discipline & shooting technique...
Like suggested find yourself a (SKS 7.62x39) and plink away. It will give you that little punch you're after.

Another choice also suggested get a PCC rife.
Like a Ruger PC Carbine Semi-Auto Rifle 9mm

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They're black, look cool, fun to shoot. And since they are 9mm, if you ever do get your restricted, you're one step ahead.

Edit: I see you've changed the title.

Perfect...Good luck, make sure you come back and share your decision.
 
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Cheap for semi autos (under $600) all i can think of is the sks and the cheaper 9mm PCCs - specifically Hi Point. I was thinking the Chiappa m1-9, but looking for them I can only find the ugly plastic version with that stupid looking fake suppressor and they're like $850.
 
FabienCast: Allow me to suggest going for a good refurb Mosin 91/30. If you take the time to locate one with an excellent bore it will have the accuracy potential to satisfy you for a long time and allow you to develop some good marksmanship skills using relatively inexpensive ammo. I've had a few SVT 40's, and enjoyed them, but they're all gone now, as few had serious accuracy potential.

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FabienCast: Allow me to suggest going for a good refurb Mosin 91/30. If you take the time to locate one with an excellent bore it will have the accuracy potential to satisfy you for a long time and allow you to develop some good marksmanship skills using relatively inexpensive ammo. I've had a few SVT 40's, and enjoyed them, but they're all gone now, as few had serious accuracy potential.

milsurpo
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Have you seen Mosin prices these days?...
 
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