If you're not looking to spend a ton of money on a semi-auto, my Weatherby SA-08 has been a great performer for me. Some people will say otherwise, but after the initial cleaning and a quick shot of oil, it has been flawless.
They generally go for under 500 dollars new.
Also, there is absolutely nothing wrong with buying a used gun. Check around at pawn shops too... sometimes people just get hard up for money and dump a like new gun for some quick cash. Just make sure you dicker with the guy behind the counter, don't pay the sticker price.
Last edited by Psylocide; 01-18-2013 at 12:41 PM.