What to look for is what interests you the most. Decide what kind of rifle you want first. If you want a modern inline rifle or a traditional side lock style rifle.

Then decide on what kind of action you like. The new break open are said to be the easiest to clean. The way I look at it, you have to clean them all anyway, so what might take an extra five or ten minutes is of no real concern to me.

When we talk purchasing a rifle based on price, we usually talk about imports. As you might be aware, there are concerns and questions about BPI barrels. These are the Spanish madebarrels found on CVA, Traditions, Winchester, New Frontier, and other brands. The issue of testing barrels for pressure tolerances bothers some people, and others really do not get too concerned about it. That choice is up to you. There are people on the net claiming that these barrels are accidents waiting to happen, that they are not safe for the kind of loads we put through the rifles. Then you can see by the posters on this thread that there are many who take no concern over this barrel issue and are very pleased with the way their BPI/CVA, etc. rifles shoot. they will also tell you they are safe to shoot. I own a CVA Staghorn Magnum. It is a good shooter.

In the Cabela's bargin basement, there are some New Frontier rifles for as low as $69.00 . It does not get much cheaper then that to get into the sport.

I like the NEF Sidekick offered for sale. A good solid made shooting rifle..