I will add another voice to the pot.
My two stainless steel guns are nice to shoot. I have a 6" in 9mm and a 4.75" in .30cal. I know many people say that they do not like these but I do.
Dwight is right in .30cal ammo being hard to find. If you reload or can find a commercial reloader in your area, that greatly reduces the cost of this cartridge. That said, it is a wonderfull round to shoot!
Don't forget to check for a Mauser from the 1970's. A long barrel can sometimes be had within your price range. Check Simpsons in the Links & Resources section.
And don't rule aout being just plain lucky at a show. Collectors will pass up a mismatched gun that will be a great shooter. That is how I got a couple of mine.
Welcome to our little on-line insane assylum.
Steve
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