If he's just getting into hunting, don't you think the MUCH LOWER ammo cost of the .22LR would be better for somebody just starting out? I personally think the accu-trigger is an goofy rifle version of the equally goofy Glock safe-t-trigger. It's much better to have a trigger without all the gadgets with equal pull weight/quality. Besides, he can drop in a kit to get a really good pull from 10/22. I don't know what he wants, but if I was just starting out, the .22LR would be my choice,in fact, it still is anyway.
ORIGINAL: JimmyMo32
If it is 22's that you are looking for then great. there are alot of manufacturers that make them and they shoot well. I would recommend something from Henry. If it is a rimfire that you are after and have only considered a 22 thus far i would look at the 17HMR. They are rimfire cartridges just like a 22 but IMO they are far more versitile. They are faster and shoot flatter. Savage makes some nice 17's and 22's that are good shooters out of the box and affordable. Plus who doesnt love the accutrigger?