There's no reason to even consider the Lebel unless you are a military history enthusiast.
A Lebel costs what, $400-$500? That's about two Mosins, or one Finnish Mosin.
7.62x54R is still widely available.
8mm Lebel is what, $2-3 a round if you are ever able to find it?
And even then, the Mosin is crude and unappealing, and is less appealing every day as prices creep up and up.
You've probably missed the boat, honestly. Unless you have a particular historical interest, a modern rifle in a modern caliber would be better in just about every way.
A Lebel costs what, $400-$500? That's about two Mosins, or one Finnish Mosin.
7.62x54R is still widely available.
8mm Lebel is what, $2-3 a round if you are ever able to find it?
And even then, the Mosin is crude and unappealing, and is less appealing every day as prices creep up and up.
You've probably missed the boat, honestly. Unless you have a particular historical interest, a modern rifle in a modern caliber would be better in just about every way.