Get him a savage. They have different sizes, barrel weights, and are very accurate. I haven't purchasd one in a couple of years but should be under $400 with scope. I love mine.
Mike
For a gun to just get him started - buy a Savage. I have a bull barrel version that shoots incredibly good! Completely stock all except the scope. It has a fluted bull barrel. Cooper makes some good ones also, but you are getting in the $2K price range with the Cooper.
I like bull barrel guns in my 17HMR, but I am shooting from a bench and shooting paper only - pure target gun. If he is going to hunt with it, get a sporter barrel. Less weight and won't make the gun toter as tired.
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