It's not a matter of close mindedness. I've got a rifle I use for certain small game and a shotgun that I use for upland and waterfowl. Both are relatively new. I spent maybe $500 on each of them and I don't need a new firearm anytime soon. Considering the fact that I mainly hunt with a bow, it would be a much easier decision for me to spend that kind of money on one or two new bows.

I answered the question perfectly fine. I wouldn't spend that kind of money on a rifle or shotgun of any sort.

The Young Hunters forum is going to hell again. If you have to answer questions in a simply black and white manner then you will never get any interesting or insightful posts. I'm thinking it's time to leave again.