The reason Lee does not recomend any primer except CCI and Winchester is because in their tests these two were considered more safe since Federal and like primers were more of an explosive then an ignition device. Lee now offers a hand loading tool that they say is safe to use with any primer...
This is a link to the Rossi's single shot break aways this is a 20 gauge and 22lr combo the barrels swap for just under $200 you could start him with the 22 if it works fine with him and he can handle it you can up it to the 20ga.
This is a youth sized combo.
Rossi USA
My dad uses a ML for Deer hunting and I have asked the same question around looking for my first deer gun as well. I have heard the 44 mag is you best bet for less, and it will do the job. But the ML they say you can get a much better grouping at a longer distance and you have more time in the...
I have recently joined here. I found out about this site from LoveMyWoods after talking with him on mutliple occasions about different firearms and my intent to start looking into buying a firearm. I am from the Bartholomew County.