As a result of my recent boating trip, I find myself in the market for a new TEOTWAWKI, or SHTF rifle. Thinking a .308, 6.5 Grendle, or 300 BLK. Problem is, one is more likely to come across .223 ammo in the field, so that’s a factor. Then there is the reasonable doubt of surviving until one runs out of ammo and needs to loot some. So, is it another poodle shooter, or do I step up?
Why not go with both?
All you need is a different upper and bolt carrier assembly, I believe.
Also, I eschew the meme that after The Fall we will be walking around looting dead bodies of their stuff. I’d like to think this will be true, but I gotta be reasonable.
I’m is what you mean about boating accidents. Same thing happened to me a few months ago. Now I’m worried if my town passes Deerfield ordinance, will I have to pay 1000$ a day fine?
If a requirement is SHTF, then the answer is simple—NOT 6.5 and NOT 300—either 762 NATO or 556 NATO. You need to get the caliber that is likely to be plentiful! 300 BLK will be oddball ammo, and far less available, and 6.5? pffft.
You need to seriously consider the AK!!
You are correct.
Ammo availability is a big deal. .300 BLK just hasn’t taken off as a super popular round. Want something bigger go .308