I bought myself an 1873 Springfield trapdoor carbine because I love the historical aspect of them plus they look cool. My bff loved shooting it and the idea of holding something that was most likely used in our histories battles not to mention that some family back then may have depended on it to feed and their loved ones. It's a great gun...might be an option for you.
She got matching SAAs last year. She really *really* wants the M82a1, but that isn't happening any time soon!
Milsurp would be cool. If your going to be outside for the 4th, get her a super soaker 2 also. Keep ya cool. 
