r/canadaguns • u/Feisty-Confusion-356 • 25d ago

Buy recommendations First firearm recommendations

Hey folks,

I’m new to firearms and thinking about getting a used lever-action .22 as my first rifle. I like the classic style, the ammo is affordable, and it seems like a good way to learn the basics.

For someone buying their first gun, is a used lever-action .22 a good idea?

What models should I be looking at?

What should I check before buying used?

Any red flags with older .22 lever guns?

I want something reliable, safe, and fun to learn on. Not trying to overcomplicate it.

Thanks in advance.

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u/Top_Importance6216 25d ago

I havent really played around too much with .22, other than the classic Henry golden boy,

alternatively, if you want an affordable lever gun thats easy to shoot but can also scale up to a decent hunting rifle with the right ammo: get something in .357 mag. you can shoot .38 special, which is much cheaper.

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u/Feisty-Confusion-356 25d ago

Henry seems to be the fan fav!

The reason I'm going for a .22 is that its easy on my wallet, atleast in the beginning. I would eventually go for a higher caliber once I am well versed with handling a firearm. That being said .38 seems to be on the affordable side. Will definitely give it a good thought.

Thank you for the suggestion.