$600 Rifle

[BobbyQuickdraw]

So looks like a lot of us are going to get a $600 stimulus package. As such, we must thus put that money back into the economy.

I'm not too huge on rifles so don't know many of my options, but is there anything worth buying for under $600? Preferably I'd enjoy something semi-automatic. Will be used for fun and target shooting, not hunting.

Thoughts?

 

[RP88]

you can get both an SKS and AK for a little less than that. Tack on an extra 150 bucks and you can grab an AR15. Think of that 600 bucks as a nice discount if you go for the AR

 

[doubleg]

Put that money right back into America! Buy an AR..

 

[TheLaxPlayer]

I won't be getting the $600 I don't believe (have a taxable income of $0 due to college costing more than I make, and my father claimed me as a dependent on last years taxes) but when I get my tax return (~$1500) I'll be getting a Noveske AR15 upper to put onto a LMT lower I bought a while back.

 

[hamourkiller]

CMP Service Grade Garand for 595 plus shipping.

 

[skinewmexico]

I have a lot of trouble thinking that money used on a one-time luxury item is going to stimulate the economy long-term. Probably just sour grapes though. Have you looked at CMMG's clearance ARs for $550?

 

[Eyesac]

I agree, buy American!

 

[Anteater1717]

Buy a Marlin 1894c, a ton of ammo, and have fun!!!

 

[Bartkowski]

If you are looking for semi automatic, then I would look into an SKS, and then buy $400 worth of ammo, or an AR-15.

 

[ugaarguy]

Will be used for fun and target shooting, not hunting.

New or Used Ruger 10/22 for tons of cheap .22 LR plinking. Then add a pistol caliber carbine, be that used Marlin 1894C, used Beretta CX4, or new Kel-Tec Sub 2000 which accepts the same mags as one of your existing pistols.

 

[BobbyQuickdraw]

Thanks for all the input so far. I live in Califailia, which sucks for Ar15s, but I am considering one. Anyone know if the "fixed" mags can be "unfixed" if I move out of state?

Marlin 1894C sounds good, as I do want to get into CAS later on. I'll definitely be getting a Marlin Model 60, as I've been planning on that for 2 months now.

So many choices, so little money.

 

[ndolson]

CMMG "bargain bin" AR-15 for $570 FTW

 

[rangerruck]

Saiga, for 275 or less.

 

[The Deer Hunter]

you can get both an SKS and AK for a little less than that. Tack on an extra 150 bucks and you can grab an AR15. Think of that 600 bucks as a nice discount if you go for the AR

You could even find a nice used one for around $600.

 

[Flogger]

This a shooting buddy's converted Saiga 308 and he scrounged his parts and put it together with a really nice adjustable trigger for under $600.

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd164/AMNESTYC3/January2008044.jpg

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd164/AMNESTYC3/CIMG0721.jpg

 

[THE MACHINIST]

Used Ruger Mini 14

 

[Mojo-jo-jo]

+1 on the CMP Garand. It's one fine rifle.

 

[Waywatcher]

Mil surp SKS, 1000 rounds ammo, many clips, sling, probably for under $500.

 

[madcratebuilder]

I have a lot of trouble thinking that money used on a one-time luxury item is going to stimulate the economy long-term. Probably just sour grapes though. Have you looked at CMMG's clearance ARs for $550?

Most this money is going to be used to buy imported items and well end up over seas. I don't think it's a good plan, but I well spend mine on reloading and ammo.

 

[Shawnee]

Whatever you buy - make it a .22 long rifle.

If you want a good semi-auto - buy the Remington 552.

 

[30Cal]

You'd have to come up with about $14 out of pocket, but I'd go with this.

 

[Mr_Pale_Horse]

Put that money in the bank. It is an advance refund, and will be owed next spring if it exceeds your refund.

 

[kamagong]

Go with the Garand. It's one of the few semi-autos available here in California.