If it were me (which it's not, I'm rightie), I'd just go ahead buy a left handed gun rather than trying to learn to use something that obviously isn't designed to be efficiently and safely used by a left handed person. There is nothingthat is more important than cleanlyand efficiently (and safely!) handling the gun you're using. I can't think of any reason to use a rightie.

I know it might be a matter of dough. Again, if it were me, I'd sell or trade the rightietowards whatever leftie rifleI could find and afford, even if I had to "downgrade" a little.You probably don't need a brand new, top grade, exquisite 500 yard sniper capable rifle - but just a decent lefthanded gun in a caliber and accuracy that suits your hunting. There are so many suitable calibers, I wouldn't get hung up on that at all (I'd go with whatever caliber I found that I could afford within the huge range of suitable deer, etc. calibers). Also concerning brands and models, I'd say the same thing. There are favorites and "premium" lines, but so many that will do fine for hunting. There are a million good used ones out there at reputable gun shops as well as private parties.

But, I'm just spouting off because I'm not in the position. Good luck.