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I almost bought one too, also at Big-5, and also because it was on sale for $89. I almost went for it right on the spot The size and weight felt just right, and the straight pull bolt is a great feature too. But then I went home and did some homework on it, and like for most, the ammo situation was the deal breaker. Got an M44 instead, for $10 cheaper and ammo is everywhere.
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Yes, the carbine points and handles much like an SMLE jungle carbine, same small handy package. But I'd wager the 8x56R is more powerful than a 303 Brit- it throws a heavier projectile. and is 32 caliber. It sure kicks more.
8x56R ammo is available from Hornady already loaded in new Graf cases and is very high quality, I bought 2 boxes. At least it was available when I bought mine. Got dies from Midway. Ammo really isn't a big problem, buy a few boxes initially and then reload those cases many times. It's actually a quite powerful cartridge.
anyone interested, I'd throw in the ammo/dies too