[Bubba_Leroy]

What game do you plan to hunt?

[dogbyte12]

Plan on hunting deer for meat to begin with here.

So, the rifle doesn't have to be too utilitarian. If I get really into it, then I will want to buy something more expensive.

[cajun-jack]

for small game henry repeating arms has a .22 magnum lever action for $225.00 new....great rifle...

[maui_hawaii]

What game do you plan to hunt?

Squirrel. I suggest 30.06... You don't have to worry about quartering him for dinner... just pick up the pieces and you're all done :o)