IMO, a great little fun rifle to learn on would be a Ruger 10/22.... more customizable than a civic and is easy to shoot, and more importantly cheap to shoot. Its a semi automatic, ten round .22 rim fire rifle.... yes its not a "real" rifle to most, but its a blast to shoot.
Can be shot at state ranges and is a good way to learn how to shoot.
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