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CAPTAIN MIKE · February 2, 2005, 06:43 PM

My son started shooting when he was 5. He used the Rogue River "Chipmunk" .22 (built for the Little Guy size), and has learned well about firearm safety, muzzle control, etc. He's now 8 years and old went with my on my spring turkey hunt this year, did most of the calling and really enjoyed himself during the campout and hunt.

This fall I want to take him on his first deer hunt, but I'm thinking he might just be old enough to try it out for himself. What do you think, what suggestions might you have? What might be the 'right' rifle for a boy his age?

February 2, 2005, 06:43 PM	#1
CAPTAIN MIKE Member Join Date: January 23, 2005 Location: The Home of the Brave Posts: 77	First Hunting Rifle for Young Deer Hunter My son started shooting when he was 5. He used the Rogue River "Chipmunk" .22 (built for the Little Guy size), and has learned well about firearm safety, muzzle control, etc. He's now 8 years and old went with my on my spring turkey hunt this year, did most of the calling and really enjoyed himself during the campout and hunt. This fall I want to take him on his first deer hunt, but I'm thinking he might just be old enough to try it out for himself. What do you think, what suggestions might you have? What might be the 'right' rifle for a boy his age?