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The Annoyed Man wrote: 4. a inexpensive 12 gauge pump (consider one that you can switch barrels/magazine tubes to reconfigure later when you can afford the extra parts)

A Mossberg Maverick ($199.99 new at Academy) is a good choice for the budget conscious. Get it w/the 28 inch barrel. Barrels are interchangeable with the Mossberg 500 series. Pick up an 18.5 inch barrel for $99.99 (Cabeleas). Or get it with the 18.5 inch barrel for the same price.

gljjt wrote:

gigag04 wrote:My list: 9mm Glock pistol.

You said minimum.

Agree. More specifically, G19. Best balance between full size/sight radius/capacity and concealability; ammo availability/cost; firearm cost.

If I were to go above this minimum, I would add, in order, a pump action 12ga (Mossberg or Remington) and a .22LR rifle, Ruger 10/22 ($209 new at Academy) or any of the other popular name brand semi autos in the sub $200 price range.

Center fire rifle? Depends on what you want to do, self defense, hunt small/larger game, target (fun) shooting, etc.

gigag04 wrote:My list: 9mm Glock pistol.

You said minimum.

Agree. More specifically, G19. Best balance between full size/sight radius/capacity and concealability; ammo availability/cost; firearm cost.