re: Deer hunting rifle for a beginner *Update-page 4*

As a new hunter (45 yrs old) that just killed my first deer ever right after Christmas, get something in the $500 range. Get a nice scope for it which will make all the difference. I bought a Ruger American in 6.5 Creedmoor, but there are other great rounds. This one seemed like a good all around one. Make sure you sight it and go back to shoot it a week or two before you actually go hunting.