r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Jul 16 '23

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

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u/Erix90 Jul 20 '23

If someone were looking to buy a black gun chambered in either .223, .223 wylde or 556 , in semi auto, with a budget around 1200$ what's a decent brand/ rifle that's a reliable shooter? Thanks in advance

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u/RydNightwish Jul 20 '23

At that price point theres not much. Your gonna be looking at 180 style guns and thus far each one regardless of make comes with a high and well documented (search the sub to see photos) chance of critical failure.

Meanwhile, reliable semis in 7.62 x 39 exist at the same price. You should be thinking about something in this group or be prepared to up your budget considerably.

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u/Erix90 Jul 20 '23

I have 308s,22s and other rifles, I wanted a 223 to maybe tailor some rounds to do no fur damage to foxes and coyotes and as a light pinker, I've missed shooting a c7 for the past few years... lol

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u/RydNightwish Jul 20 '23

I get that. I have a T97 to get me by while my AR sits locked up. You might find a used T97 which could meet your needs but Im not sure what those go for nowadays. That or a bolt in .223/5.56 might be your best options for your price point currently.

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u/Erix90 Jul 20 '23

Is the t97 not caught up in the bill c21 crap? Can't buy or sell them right now?

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u/RydNightwish Jul 20 '23

No its free and clear as a NR for now. C21 only impacts anything designed after it receives assent. Anything before is not immediately impacted.