Because if you can handle a break-open rifle,,,
The H&R Sportster is one sweet rifle,,,
Retails for about $125-$140.
Get the compact version for the littlest kids,,,
Change the rear stock when they get a bit bigger.
I own one of these rifles and I can attest to their inherent accuracy,,,
It easily shoots as well as my Henry Accubolt.
Inexpensive high performance is what these rifles give you,,,
And the kids I let shoot mine love ejecting the rounds back over their shoulders.
Just a thought for you to consider.
.
Henry also makes a youth bolt action, as I recall.
Enter your email address to join: