I have a classic 1903 Springfield, actually built by Remington in September 1942. Got it at a gun show for $60. Bolt action, five shots, fun as all get-out to shoot. I use the original iron sights; wouldn't have it any other way.
The only difference I can see in recoil between bolt and semi-auto is that the latter is heavier. They use the same cartridge. I also don't see why one would be more accurate than the other.
My advice would be to ask around the local stores and see what people say, and see if you can try out everything you're interested in at a shooting range. While I love the Springfield my friend has a heavier M-1 Garand that he swears by. Of course my experience is with the older guns, but I think you'll find that the same is true of modern weapons. The best gun, like the best anything, is the one that suits you; and the only way to find that is try as many as you can.
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