I own one and may break it out on Memorial Day for some shootin'. You might want to check out the Marlin Papoose as well, they break down and have a padded case that supposedly floats. Mine is a great shooter. Either rifle would be a great bugout gun.Originally Posted by piranhas
As Syme said, "SHTF" is basically a coverall fantasy for any disruption of order. True preparedness aficionados ensure they are well stocked with food, water, and other necessities; firearms and a supply of ammunition are maintained as well, but not the sole focus, think Burt Gummer for a Hollywood version. On the other side of the scale are the ones who buy military weaponry with thousands of rounds of ammo but do not otherwise prepare. Again, think Burt Gummer if he hadn't invested in all those MREs in Tremors 2.
It seems as though many people who invest in "SHTF" weapons actually want such a scenario to happen. When I was younger my friends and I would discuss it and all it takes is a venture to some of the more "serious" gun forums out there to see outright arguments over when and how it will happen and what you can do to prepare. Having seen my share of a war torn country, coupled with recent cynicism, I've all but disavowed myself from any past contacts I've had. Being prepared is one thing, misleading yourself is another. Hence, my move away from the "cool" guns to something much more practical for all but the worst of situations.
Two rifles pop into my head when it comes to such scenarios now. Honestly, I've become more the hunker down sort, so it could be argued that I have close to thirty "SHTF" rifles. Anyway, the Yugo SKS and the Gibbs Enfield could both serve fairly well. Both are ten round capacity, quick shooting and accurate enough for the layman, and reliable battle proven designs. The SKS is of course 7.62 Soviet while the Enfield is .308. Well, almost time for Texas.
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