243 for my son

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Originally posted by Hunting_Gal
the only thing im not happy with it the rifle im looking at for son is not a bolt action and dont know if he can cock this rifle though

Even more important is whether or not he can safely DECOCK it in the event that he decides not to fire for some reason after it's cocked. Accidental discharges can and do occur when people unfamiliar with the procedure or lacking sufficient hand strength try to lower a hammer on a live round.

What is second nature to most of us is not necessarily self-evident to novices. Assume nothing. Assumptions are especially dangerous where firearms and novices are involved.

Not intended as a lecture, just sharing the benefit of teaching experience. I wish you and your son many, many rewarding hours in the field, whether it be the Hill Country or the Brush Country.