Originally Posted by syquestrd270

I've got a M44 Mosin Nagant. It shoots the 7.62x54r cartridge and can be found cheap as can the ammunition. I paid like $50 at a local sporting goods store and was able to hand pick my rifle from their supply.

I haven't really shot it past 100 yards but it certainly makes an impression at the range. Loud as all hell and really punishes the shoulder. You might check www.aimsurplus.com for other WWII era rifles.