Posted on 11/20/2018 5:57:21 AM PST by w1n1
When the chips are down and without a moments notice what bug out guns, pocket rifles or survival rifles do you have? These rifles fits the SHTF scenario where you need a compact rifle that can be broken down and stored in your day pack, truck or even in your hidden cache.
Just so you know, these survival rifles we’re talking about is not a personal defense gun like the AK’s or fully equipped M4 (AR-15). Our main goal is about taking this out to the field when needed during a dire situation to hunt small game for survival.
There are many rifles on the market that are perfect for survival purposes, but we decided to narrow it down to these for SHTF.
Savage Arms Model 24 Combination Gun
The beauty of this rifle is its ability to shoot in single-shot or as a shotgun. There are different models available, look into a Model 24C (Camper) which you can store your ammo in the stock. To switch from rifle to shotgun is just a barrel change. Some models can shoot .22 S/L/LR, 22 WMR, .30-30, .357 even .223. Shotgun tubes included are .410, 20-gauge and even a 12-gauge.
Henry Arms U.S. Survival AR-7 Rifle
this 22LR can be used for self-defense and its a boss at hunting small game as well. This semi-automatic rifle can be broken down to main components and housed inside the stock. This all around survival rifle is reliable and durable that can last a long time.
Ruger 10/22 Takedown Silent SR Suppressed Rifle
Another great manufacturer that understands what their customers want, that is suppressed. This suppressed 10/22 rifle can be broken down and store in your bug out bag or truck. You can hunt small game with this rifle without the loud bang. Read the rest of this Survival Rifles.
Definitions are important.
SHTF , meaning a gun needed for gathering a bit of food ( squirrels/birds, wood chucks, or protection against major predators/ 2 or 4 legged?
Maybe the ubiquitous 12 ga pump/semi riot gun, ammo from 7 1/2 to slug for anything and everything.
Or maybe the AR with reduced loads ( manually operated) that shoot to POA/POI at 25 yds for small game and then full up tactical ammo for everything up to deer/man+... Can be done in either 223/556 or 308/762 variants.
Notice the 22LR is missing from my list. Except maybe in a 22 revolver or pistol for close in smalls.
One gun only? The AR in 223 with suggested ammo types.
***For most of the last 30 years either my Norinco SKS (I got a good one that shoots 2MOA all day) or my Nylon 66 has been in trunks,***
BINGO! Since I am on blood thinners the 30-06 bruises my shoulder so it is “out” and the SKS or a .30-30 is IN.
As for a .22, the nylon 66 is what I use. Two weeks ago, going through my shop I uncovered three 500 rd boxes I did not know I had. Great for the Obama years of ammo drought.
I’m sure others have other thoughts on what is great. For me the 12 guage is out again due to bruising the shoulder.
If you’re making squirrel hash...
Squirrel,,,
Yummy!
The best survival weapon is the one you have; not the one you wish you had. A Trapdoor Springfield is better than no gun at all. An M-1 is heavy and slow but it does the job.
Of all our rifles if I had to make the hard choice I would go with our Ruger 10-22. Followed closely by our AR and AK.
I've shot .22 shorts and .22 BB in my 10/22. .22 BB turns the 10/22 into a pellet gun.
You do have to manually rack the bolt every shot, turning the 10/22 into a straight-pull bolt action, but .22 Short will load into the rotary magazine and they will get picked up by the bolt and feed into the chamber.
.22 BB must be placed one at a time into the chamber, then the bolt closed on it, making it a bit more of a pain. This is where the automatic bolt hold-open release modification pays for itself.
“Removing the screw that holds the receiver to the stock would be enough to create a shortened rifle capable of easier carry.”
Keep in mind that the process of removing and replacing the action in the stock can change the point of aim significantly.
I love air rifles.. But it seems something about them is always in need of repair..
In a survival situation, I don't know....
Later.
Thank you for my first LOL of the day.
Ping
I think a PCC should be on the list.
It’s a good list of rifles. But the chief consideration is ammo. Put 1000 rounds of centerfire in your backpack and go for a mile walk. Then do the same with 1000 rounds of 22LR. Ask yourself which one had better portability.
Yeah, i thinknif i sorted through every toolbox, vehichle, drawer, etc id come up with another couple thousand 22s
Back in 05 and 06 i bought 3-4 bricks of 22 every time i went to town and accumulated a couple hundred bricks .served me well during the ammo drought
LOL!
No bug-out guns here.....only ANTI bug-out guns to protect me and mine from the bugger-outers.
You needed to have the original Armalite version: accurate and dependable. I have had mine since I bought it in the El Toro Maine Corps PX in June 1969 and have fired thousands of rounds through it.
Always hit what I was aiming at.
Better put a Remy Foam Cell Pad on the Henry’s .45-70 rifle, or you’ll pay a price for it, next day.
I love air rifles too. The only thing I can use to off nuisance critters in my back yard since it backs to I-95. Problem is that the only big bores I know of with the necessary velocity are the ones powered by compressed air. The upside is they have repeating capability. The downside is their tanks have to be re-charged with compressors.
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