Get a better paying job, save money, make investments, purchase only things that you need, food, clothing, and shelter. Then some day a $ 10,000 firearm can be yours. I have read a number of times post by people that can only afford a $ 150 scope or $ 200 rifle---That plain old bull crap....Start a savings account , put a few $$$$s in it each payday.. What ever brand or type of firearm you like , get the best one they make---- When you get to be an old man you will have firearms that have increased in value. --- Its not fun to own junk..