Posted on 10/18/2019 3:24:22 PM PDT by Kaslin
Recently, a deranged leftist (pardon the redundancy) got angry with me for talking publicly about my firearms collection. Apparently, he not only opposes my ownership of guns but also does not want me to discuss them. In other words, he is one of those Beto O’Rourke leftists seeking to eviscerate both the First and Second Amendments. He even decided to write one of my bosses and petition for my termination after I refused to stop tweeting about firearms. So I am going to respond to his demands in the only reasonable way I can: I’m going to start writing about firearms more often to remind him that he is dealing with an alpha male, not a Beto male.
Censorious lunatics aside, I really should be writing more about firearms anyway. It has been awhile since I wrote a firearm recommendation column – and I know my readers miss them. Thus, for the first installation of my rebirth as an active Second Amendment advocate, I plan to answer the most basic of all firearm questions, which is: “Which firearms are so essential that every man must have them in order to avoid forfeiting his man card (and thus becoming a Beto male)?”
My answer will surprise many readers and it will likely disappoint a few. However, there are actually only three firearms each man must have in order to fully identify and function as a man. They follow in their exact order of importance:
1. Remington 870 Express HD (Home Defense). A man’s first duty is to protect his home and the people lawfully inside it. And there is no better way to do that than with a 12-gauge shotgun. I always prefer a pump shotgun because the sound of it racking is potentially enough to keep from having to use deadly force. After a burglar hears that sound, it is quite possible that you will be cleaning fecal matter rather than blood off of your carpets. And that’s a good thing because having to make a claim of self-defense involves hiring a lawyer and potentially standing trial. It is far better to protect your family without harming anyone in the process.
Readers should also note that these Remington 870s are versatile because they give you the advantage of using different easily interchangeable barrels. Thus, you can start with the standard 18-inch home defense barrel and then add a 23-inch fully rifled slug barrel for deer hunting. You can also add a 26-inch choked barrel for hunting birds and small game. Thus, one gun becomes several and a man can defend his home and feed his family – even before he makes his second firearm purchase.
2. Glock Model 19. A man’s second duty is to protect himself and his family when they are away from home. That means he needs to have a concealed carry permit – and, of course, he needs a gun that is both lethal and concealable. This Glock 9mm gets the job done. It has a15-round magazine capacity but it is small enough to be concealed under a man’s un-tucked shirt or in his wife’s purse should she need to carry it.
Furthermore, women tend to feel comfortable shooting the 9mm so there is no need to drop down to a .380 or something less lethal. This should be your first handgun because it is something man and wife can both use that can get the job done. Obviously, you will want more than one carry weapon in your family but remember: this column is a starting point column focusing on bare essentials.
3. Ruger 10/22. Consistent with his moral obligation to protect his family, a man has a responsibility to raise children who are capable of hunting and eventually protecting themselves. That learning process begins with a .22 rifle. I started on a Marlin bolt action but I have come to absolutely love the Ruger semi-auto. Mine is a tactical version with a built-in laser light fed with a handful of 25 round aftermarket magazines. But the standard 10/22 is all a man needs to teach his kids the love of firearms. It is an inexpensive gun that is fed by inexpensive ammo. More than anything, it is just fun to shoot. But, in a fix, it is capable of killing small game or being used for limited defensive purposes around the home.
Well, this concludes my thoughts about what a man needs in his basic firearm collection in order to keep his man card. Our next column installment will begin to move into the realm of what a man will want once he has taken care of his most basic firearm needs. And this is where my unhinged progressive (pardon the redundancy) readers will really start to get triggered (pun intended).
So if you are presently trolling my column and wishing to get me fired, don’t bother. The UNCW administration can’t do a damn thing about me. Just go ahead and make a donation to Beto 2020. Maybe if he gets elected, he can be the one to stop me from buying guns and even daring to talk about them.
Until then, enjoy the series. Proceeds from these columns will be used to buy additional firearms and further drive my progressive critics crazy. Of course, it’s a pretty short drive from progressive to crazy. Most could get there on their mopeds.
A Roman stabbing sword (not a replica.) Don’t want to disturb the neighbors but it could get messy.
I’m not going away if they come for them, I will stand. But I don’t own any, so no reason for them to even come check. The proverbial boating accident. :)
Get it? They have created a situation where honesty is not always the wisest intelligent survival tactic in this battle if you want to keep them.
Not running, just smart enough to not tell them and the world what I have in my back pocket without a warrant. The days of bragging are over.
Two pointed 30” lengths of 3/8ths rebar.
People here are not bragging, they are talking about what works well for them. What they feel comfortable with.
My 1978 Marlin 60 is a rifle. I’m not scared to post it.
The last thing the government wants is a populace afraid of them.
See, I told you!
Try the CZ-75, it’s like a “slicked up” Hi Power.
Yep,works for me but you need some kind of handle. (Slippery when wet.)
Speaking of edged weapons, I have always had a strong interest in knives, swords, and spears. I don’t ever intend to get into a knife fight as I am a bit afraid of them.
I still have a fairly good collection. A couple of weeks ago I bought 3 Spyderco folders. They are all made in China and sell for about a third of their American made ones. These were on clearance for $9, $9, and $7.
I am really impressed. The Chinese have really improved their quality. I can find no flaws of any kind. Everything is perfectly fitted which it should be for a $55. knife even made in China.
1. Savage 320 Tactical 12 guage
2. CZ 2075 Rami
3. AR-15
I have “a few” more but those would be my 3 in that category.
So is 22 LR so no price advantage with air gun. There are 50 cal airguns that will drop anything.
Rusty rebar is pretty easy to hang onto even wet. :)
Not to mention you are carrying one less round.
I guess sharpened rebar would make an effective weapon. I do think I would wrap the part you hold with either tennis tape or athletic tape.
I think I would go a step farther. Make a spear out of it. The Spartans killed people by the bushel using their Dorys or stabbing spears.
I’ve never seen bricks of 22 lr for $10. Perhaps $25 for el cheapo plain lead.
The pellet rifle is quieter too.
You haven’t bought 22 LR in a while.....
That is a fact, you could wrap it. But if you practice Kali you learn to hold slippery weapons fairly well. I work out with 3/4” schedule 40 PVC because it weighs the same as equal lengths of 3/8” rebar. With this discipline all efforts and exercises universally ready you for and apply to open hand, knives, sticks, walking canes, and swords. It is one of the most efficient yet effective disciplines even for old and disabled folks. Check out Arnis and Kali. :)
“what kind of stupid response is this?”
ROTFLMAO! Don’t shoot your eye out!
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