re: Deer Rifle with Scope

As far as resell goes I wouldn't worry about it. If you spend 2k on a setup you won't be able to sell it for 2k. Your probably looking at resell value if it's in great condition about $1700 to $1800. With a $750 dollar setup your looking at about a $550 to $600 resell value. 2k will buy a damn fine rifle that he will never need to Upgrade. I would recommend something in stainless as the up keep is easier. The Sako A7 in stainless with a meopta meostar in 4x12x56 would be a great setup. That would put you at about $2000. Another scope would be the new Zeiss HD5. Caliber wise I would recommend .270, 30/06, .308. or 7 mag. A Swarovski z-3 would be a fine scope for around a grand also. Look at cameraland.com for the demo scopes, that's were you will find your best deals.