Originally Posted by
Danielneve
I am new to hunting, what kind of rifle should I purchase for beginners and deer hunting?
Get a good one. A good rifle is an investment. Get the best one you can afford, same for the scope. You want a scope that holds zero. With firearms, you get what you pay for. You want one that's accurate, reliable and comfortable to shoot. You don't need the latest trending magnum caliber. The classics have been killing game for a long time. The ammo is usually readily available, not as expensive and the recoil won't be bad. Keep in mind, you can't get good at shooting without practicing extensively and expensive ammo that knocks you around is no incentive to shoot a lot. A good rifle, if cared for, will hold its value. Down the road, if you change you mind, you won't take a bath selling it.