The best all around three gun battery

[bjl913]

I was thinking I would want something very reliable that I could readily find ammo or spare parts for, so here goes.

Glock 22c for every day carry. With 9mm conversion barrel for types oh shit situations when .40 gets hard to find.

M1a in one of the shorter barrel configurations, probably topped with an eotech for general use and the 3x magnification tube for longer work. Would also work well for taking down medium sized "dinner" animals.

mossy 500 with both a 18/20 and 28 inch barrel. Can be used for devistating close in work, and great for medium ranges with slugs. Plus it can put dinner on the table.

So far the only one of these I would need to acquire is the m1a. If I needed to, I would gladly substitute it for either my savage 111 30-06 so I can still put food on the table, or my ar (which wont be as good for hunting, more for SD).

[mangyhyena]

The type of shtf event and expected duration would be extremely important for this list, but I'll take a stab at it.

1. 12 G. Shotgun. (could cover up close defense and hunting both large and small game)
2. Handgun. For concealable defense that is within reach 24/7.
3. Battle rifle. For a serious firefight where many rounds will be fired.


That's my best shot at trying to cover the most things one could need a firearm for after tshtf. I'm not so concerned about hunting because I believe most game will be gone very shortly after tshtf if food is in short supply. And if any successful hunting is done, it will probably not be deer and elk. (It will be more difficult to preserve all that meat after things fall apart, don't you think?) It will probably be small game only---squirrels & rabbits. And, also, in addition to that, I believe one would be better served by trapping small game as opposed to going out and trying to shoot it.

[funkfool]

Something else I forgot to add on, its the 22lr converson kit for the ar, and a box of 22lr, basicly adds a 4th gun w/ almost no gain in weight.

+1 for innovation.

[daemon734]

my 3 top picks in my safe right now for a bug-out would be:

CMMG M4 5.56: I also have a .22lr conversion kit and uppers ranging from 9mm, 7.62x25 to 5.45 or a dedicated 22lr. Plus my whole kit is based around carrying M4 mags.

armalite AR10: heavy as shit but a much more stable and adaptable platfrom than my M1A.

HK USP compact in 9mm

I can fit all three in my carry case (with backpack straps) along with at least two extra uppers for the M4.

[CowboyTuff]

1.) I think the AK is the best rifle for this task, Its a big enough bullet for large game, and its combat effectivness goes without saying, and you can clean it with spit and boot laces. Some would argue the 5.45 would be more effective due to being able to carry more ammo, but I'm going with 7.62 for my hunting/ combat rifle due to ammo availability and bullet size.

2.) 1911 pistol w/ .22 conversion. This covers your CQC side arm as well as a very good hunting firearm. I would love to bring a .22 rifle but when it comes down to three guns, some have to be left behind, and you get almost the same hunting capabilities.

3.) Now the third gun was the hard part for me, but the Benelli Nova in a 26" barrel configuration allows me to hunt any bird around, and ammo is always available

But like it was said before, your plan is the most important

[7.62x39(4)life]

1. pellet gun
2. single shot 410 Guage shotgun
3. flare gun

[7.62x39(4)life]

1. krinkov In 7.62x39
2. 300 win mag bolt gun
3. glock 22

[jerrymrc]

I started the other one just because I knew this one was not far behind. Lot's of interesting answers.

Some thoughts. 7.62x39(4)life, 3. flare gun. while not a "gun" per se I hope your thinking what I think your thinking.

Many chose the pistol, rifle,shotgun combo. I have always leaned to the camp that says " A pistol is used to fight your way to the rifle"

This is an AR forum so many chose that. The one thing that I have watched is over the years they got fat. The A2 gained over the A1. The M4 reduced that back down then everyone started adding stuff that got many AR's back to the 8-9lb mark. Once ya get back to that weight ya might as well carry a .308

Just some thoughts.

[El Sexo]

I'm in a relatively urban setting, with no real escape plan, so my needs are more SD/urban survival based.

1. AK or SKS. Durability, reliability, already have tons of ammo, could keep it clean and functioning with spit and a sock forever.
2. Rem 870. Easy to find parts and ammo. Extra barrel for game(dogs, cats, pigeons)
3. Although I'd prefer a .45 or 10mm, I imagine the little wannabe bangers in my area carry 9mm. So a glock 17, just in case I get the opportunity to scavenge ammo off of some hood that doesn't understand the natural order of things.
If the SHTF in my neck of the woods, I'd probably be well served to swap #2 for a fire extinguisher.

[2008f450]

1. Bolt gun in .300WM or 30.06. Synthetic stock, good scope. probably have iron sights on it as back up just in case. prefer Remington 700.

2. 870 shotgun in 12GA with short tube maybe 14 inches for close in and a 28 incher for birds and such.

3. I lean toward a 4 inch barreled revolver in .44 MAG. I pick it because I can load .44 spc in it for 2 legged soft skinned critters or go full bore for 4 legged critters.


I think 4 gun battery would be best bet only so I can have a .45 1911 to carry too. but what can i do. Maybe make wifes list and put my .45 in it.