Over the last month, Classic Firearms brought you all of the latest and greatest new firearm releases for 2020. It has been great! I wanted to take a little break and write an article to appeal to all of those who are new to gun ownership or would like to start a collection, but are on a budget. Classic Firearms is known for its everyday low prices, so I want to introduce you to some great, name brand, reliable firearms that Classic has available to you right now for under $300.00. With the remarkable firearms that we have in this price range, you can have a variety of calibers, manufacturers, and actions in your new collection. If you are on the fence about whether to buy a firearm or not, I have gathered some interesting facts for you. In a 2019 Gallup poll, 63% of gun owners say that the reason they own guns is for protection against crime. Others stated reasons such as hunting and target target/range shooting. Not one responsible gun owner bought their firearm with malicious intent. Although it is an old survey (1982), information was collected from male felons incarcerated in 11 different states. The inmates themselves made the argument for gun ownership. The survey found that 34% had been "scared off, shot at, wounded, or captured by an armed victim." 40% had decided not to commit a crime because they "knew or believed that the victim was carrying a gun." 69% personally knew other criminals who had been "scared off, shot at, wounded, or captured by an armed victim. Ready to choose your firearm?

PISTOLS

I have a couple of selections for you to think about for your first pistol pick. My first choice from the pistols that we have in stock is the Walther P22
. The semiautomatic pistol has a 10 round capacity in 22LR. The overall length of a P22 is 6.3" by 4.5" in height by 1.1" wide. The Walther P22 offers several variations in this model and is ready for accessories. Walther's are known for their ergonomics, so the P22 is a comfortable fit for anyone. It has very low recoil, and has been redesigned for reliability. This semiautomatic pistol is great to take to a range to become a confident shooter or for a personal defense weapon. Classic Firearms price on this pistol is around $278.00.

The Walther P22 in .22LR

If you are ready for a larger caliber firearm but still want to keep it under $300.00. I highly recommend the Springfield Armory XD Mod.2
in 40 S&W, offered by Classic for $299.99. Don't be afraid to start with a larger caliber. I prefer larger calibers myself. I like the weight of full-size firearms and having something in my hand that I know will produce results when the bullet leaves the barrel. To me, it feels as if the weight of a full-size firearm absorbs some of the recoil for a larger and more powerful load.

The Springfield Armory XD Mod.2 in 40 S&W

REVOLVER

As I looked through our available in-stock revolvers, I gave a lot of thought as to what I would recommend for someone's first revolver or for someone looking to expand their collection. I came up with the EAA Windicator
(pronounced Vindicator) in a .357 Magnum 6-shot revolver. Listed on Classic for $288.83, you are getting a lot of bang for your buck. EAA is the best revolver for a low price that you probably haven't heard of. This revolver is a product of German engineering and you get much higher quality than the price reflects. This revolver is simple and effective. It offers quality and affordability. It is a consistent, reliable, and durable revolver with grips that assist with handling.

The EAA Windicator in .357 Magnun

SHOTGUN

If you walk into any gun shop and ask "what is the best home protection firearm", they will point you to a shotgun. My pick for a home defense shotgun under $300.00 is the Mossberg Maverick 88 ATI Top Fold Tactical Shotgun
. This is a great shotgun for first time owners. It is simple, has an easy and smooth function, and is a reliable and consistent home defender. This 12GA., 39", pump-action shotgun holds 5+1 and weighs only 6 pounds unloaded. The Strikeforce ATI stock allows the shotgun to be fired in an open or closed position. A quick-release button on the rear of the pistol grip allows the buttstock to be folded or extended instantly. This 5 Star shotgun is available at Classic for $246.67.

The Mossberg Maverick Tactical In 12 GA.

RIFLE

Gosh, I don't even know where to begin! Classic offers 340 rifles under $300.00! We have hunting rifles, AR-style rifles, training rifles, competition rifles, carbines, black powder rifles, surplus rifles, and plinking rifles all for under $300.00. We have a large selection of Savage
and Rugers
in many calibers and styles. We have a Mossberg AR-style rifle
, and a variety of Hi-Point
carbines. I know I will probably catch some flack for that recommendation, but this is one of the best shooting carbines that I have fired in the price range. I hit the target every time, no jams, and easy recovery.

The Mossberg 715T in .22 LR

It's difficult to recommend a hunting rifle for new shooters, there are too many variables in selecting the perfect hunting rifle. Hunters are very specific with their selections but I can tell you to look for keywords like accuracy, reliability, and durability when making that selection. Savage and Rugers cover all three key terms and are definitely worth taking a look at.

I HAVE $300.00 AND I ONLY WANT TO PURCHASE ONE FIREARM

Honestly, I would tell you to try to save up $41.00 more dollars and get a Taurus Judge 45LC/.410GA Public Defender
. Yes, I am serious. This versatile revolver is Taurus Internationals top selling firearm. Upon the initial release of The Judge, most considered it a novelty item, but now it is a wildly popular firearm. This revolver is not only versatile in caliber selection, it can also serve as a concealed carry, your home defense go to, a fun day at the range, and a trustworthy sidekick to take with you anywhere you go.

The Taurus Judge in .45 LC

FINAL THOUGHTS

We have over a thousand quality firearms under $300.00. Low cost does not mean low quality. These are great firearms! The few that I mentioned above are just a small sample. If you would like to shop all of Classic Firearms offerings under $300.00, use our "shopping options" tab, and enjoy browsing! You can also select our "financing available" for purchases over $300.00. Shop all Long Guns
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