I bought the Rossi combo and could not get the .243 to group worth a darn.The NEF(H&R) .243 is the worst one in that manufacturer's line for accuracy.I have owned both NEF and Rossi in .243.Got rid of both.Get your son a 30-30 and he'll be set for life.The 30-30 does not have much recoil.The NEF 30-30 is very accurate.That is what I bought for my grandson.
Stan