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I will cast my vote for the Marlin 60. My brother got one when he was 10 and he still has it. Exceptionally accurate and just a really nice, simple rifle. If you want another option, check out the remington 552 speedmaster. I have had one of those for almost 30 years. After thousands of rounds of the cheapest ammunition I can get my hands on, it is still a champ. I don't think its accuracy is quite as dead on as the Marlins, but it is very good, highly reliable, and will strike fear in the heart of any varmit you encounter. Good luck with your search.