I am in the market for a new rifle and haven't quite found what I am looking for yet, maybe some of you might have suggestions. Its primary use would casual target shootout, sitting, kneeling and off hand. I plan on aperture sights, no scope, at least as long as my eyes cooperate. Range generally from 25 to 100 yards. The action could by either lever or bolt and I am hoping for a relatively short rifle, say 39"; less would be good. Not sure about caliber, but definitely centerfire, maybe .223/5.56, (cheap, even decent ammo), .357; suggestions? Since it's for paper, light recoil and modest ammo cost would be good. Any thoughts would be most appreciated, thanks.
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