I see no reason not to get it. Italians or Spaniards probably still load ammo for this gauge. If I was able to buy loaded ammo I would buy the gun. The upside is your hunting buddies will not be able to borrow ammo off you. The downside is you will always have to carry your own ammo w/ you. Ammo not available at Walmart which is about the only place in US likely close to hunting lands.