Posted on 11/07/2020 3:59:24 PM PST by jagusafr
That's why you save it till last. When the zombies are ready to overrun, pop in the Wolf and have at it. You're done with anyhow at that point so who cares if it jams?
Personally I am not purchasing any weapons that fall under the possible heading of “Assault Weapon” till this mess is at least settled. Am instead looking at scoped bolt actions and lever actions and maybe a couple more pump shotguns. I am going by the ‘94 ban as a guide. Sold off most of my collection 15-20 years ago. Kept what I thought was needed for my needs. I would possibly think about purchases from private sellers but nothing on the book.
Right now you're best off grabbing anything that looks like an AR for whatever price they're asking. My budget recommendation would be look for a Ruger AR556, Smith&Wesson M&P Sport II, or anything by Palmetto State Armory.
Palmetto State Armory sells online and ships to your local FFL. https://palmettostatearmory.com/
However, as of this writing, PSA are completely out of AR rifles, and I doubt you'll find anything in local gun stores.
If home defense I suggest also being sure you have a decent alarm system (I'm in the process of getting my brought up-to-date). That way you won't get caught by surprise as easily.
With all due respect, Sir.
AN AR15 is not a good weapon for home defense. Its a point weapon that can overpenetrate including your neighbors home.
I would suggest a 12 ga. pump riot gun with 8 round mag. You will need plenty of training still. For loads I would suggest no. 4 shot, no. 2 shot, and 00 buck. My personal preference is no. 2 shot. Plenty of heavy pellets that will still be effective at 40 yards. Your wife, even if very slightly built should be able to handle a 20 ga. pump. Same configuration, 8 shot pump. You should be able to get plenty of 12 and 20 gauge shells although selection of shot size could be problematical. Do research, find a good dealer/gunsmith who is willing to help and advise you. Find a professional instructor and listen to him. Talk to him about state and local law. There is much more to this than meets the eye and it is critical. Especially, weapon familiarization and SAFETY.
Good luck finding one now
Palmetto state armory
They are instock Excellent quality
I lost all of mine in a tragic freighter accident.
If you can’t find a complete rifle buy the upper and lower separately.
I got a complete A4 style upper w/BCG at Palmetto State Armory for $399 delivered and a complete Magpul lower for $240 with a $40 transfer fee at my FFL holder.
Five magpul 30 rd mags were $80 delivered and UPS will be delivering 250rds of 55g FMJ on Monday that were $171, again, delivered.
I just watched for daily specials for about a week.
Oh, and a back up rear sight was about $25.
I suppose I could throw a bayonet on for around $25 more.
A blogger recently made a case for one; people in crowds are swept up in the moment and act against reason.
Rushing a rifle armed man for instance.
With tunnel vision they might not even notice others around them falling, and having no personal experience of being shot might not be that intimidated by a rifle.
But stick a knife on that rifle and closing with IT becomes more personal, everyone has cut or stuck themselves at least once, that HURTS!
“I lost all of mine in a tragic freighter accident.”
Good grief!
Hartley, you have resurrected my faith in good BS stories here on FR.
I salute you, Sir Knight.
Don’t overlook an 80% rifle. They are reliable, and can be equipped the way you prefer. I have made several lowers, and except for one cosmetic mistake on my first, they work as well as any. The plus is, the government doesn’t know you have it. I used the jig from this site, and I will swear, I don’t think you can screw this up, I was amazed at how easy it was. I really like building the guns, because now I am very familiar with how they function.
https://www.80percentarms.com/80-jigs/
I guess I will stick with my old Sterling AR-180 I bought years ago. Like a dummy I sold my Howa AR-180 just a few months before.
Wish I had all the good rifles I bought, in the early 1980s, and sold years ago when the democrats “ONLY wanted to ban handguns! Rifles will not be affected!”
Then they made a grab for the rifles.
Actually there is no difference between a .223 and a 5.56 MM. I’ve fired both in lots in the same rifles with no problems over the years.
My last AR-15 says .223 on the box, but 5.56MM stamped on the rifle. Serial number match the box and the rifle.
I would get at least five and hide three of them.
Rock River Arms. That’s where DEA buys. And me.
Invest in a laser cartridge to zero your weapon, then fire three shots to verify. Then learn to shoot 25 meters with your 300 meter zero so you know how to hunt deer.
Semi-auto. Don’t kid yourself that it’s not in their sights.
If you go with an unpopular chambering, you are more likely to find guns and ammo.
Example:
https://www.bearcreekarsenal.com/bca-ar-15-complete-side-charging-upper-16-4150-parkerized-heavy-barrel-450-bushmaster-carbine-length-gas-system-1-24-twist-w-15-mlok. (Upper assembly only)
https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/winchester-deer-season-xp-centerfire-rifle-ammo
Both are in stock now in the caliber listed
I sort of agree. Hedge your bets and get good bolts and glass. Ruger Gunsite Scout.I have all the semi’s covered. Maybe a Ruger mini 30 but yet to go.
I don’t know anything about guns but if I did know something about guns I would recommend a Colt model le/cr 6920.
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