Primary on a budget

   Ok lets face it guns are expensive a good AR-15 is going to run around 1000. So what you have to decide is how much are you willing to spend, and what do you want from this. To me budget is under 300 dollars.  There are quality options out there for under 300 dollars.
    Right now the winner in most bang for you buck is the Mosin Nagant 91 30. You can pick these up for 70 to 125 dollars. Thats as inexpensive as it gets.  Lets not forget that these are former service rifles that were made for the sole purpose of war. Here is the down side they are a bolt action rifle with iron sights. On the other hand you can get 440 rounds of 7.62x54R for 80 dollars. So for just under or above 200 dollars you have a high powered rifle with a good amount of ammunition. Also if you are on a super tight budget there are no magazines to worry bout buying.
  Another good option if you can find it for a under 250 is the SKS. I would not pay any more than 225 myself for an SKS.  They are very solid rifles that have a 10 round box magazine. They fire the 7.62x39, which for under 200 meters is one hell of a round.  Now why wouldn't I pay more than 225 for one. Well thats because for about 200 more dollars you can pick up an AK 47 or AK74 which is a much better FIGHTING rifle. Don't get me wrong I love the SKS it is currently my primary. I picked mine up two years ago for 175. But to pay damn near AK price is absurd.
   To me a primary weapon system should be a semi automatic rifle with at least ten rounds. However do not forget about shotguns. While there are many tactical shot guns, its not needed. Yes, they are better for a combat role but any pump will do.  One can pick up a used Mossberg 500 or Remington 870 for under 200 dollars. While you are limited in range, and capacity you do have a man stopper. 12 gauge slugs or buck shot is no joke.
   Do your research; figure out what you need out of your weapon and how much you can afford. Save a little each month if you must. But in WROL your going to need a gun and know how to use it.
   Leave a comment on what you think is a budget fighting rifle. How much money do you think is budget for a rifle. Your favorite inexpensive rifle. Or anything else.