What would you own as a rifle for protection - Page 2

dovehunter · #16 01-28-2012, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Larryjk

Rifles for protection would be a 30 carbine in an urban setting and the M1 Garand for the rural setting. A shotgun would be fine in the urban setting for short range.

I would also have said an M1 carbine had I not decided in favor of shotgun and buckshot.

Joe Boleo · #17 02-18-2012, 10:05 AM

I am pleased that no oner picked an AK. One fellow tried to shoot a 100 yard high power rifle match with an AK at our club and failed to score 100 points out of a possible 500. My preference would be an M1 Garand or an M1A, both are more than adequate. Take care...
Joe

Adam Helmer · #18 02-18-2012, 11:25 AM

Joe,

What ammo was the AK user firing? I bought some "Tul Ammo" at Walmart; it was metal cased Ball and not worth a darn in my SKSs. Does he possess a skill level beyond his AK's performance? I believe an SKS with good handloads would do better than 100 X 500. My choice would be a Garand with good handloads.

The AK may be fine for home defense.

Adam

View Poll Results: What would you own as a rifle for protection
AR or AR variant	7	43.75%
AK or AK variant	0	0%
Mini or Mini variant	1	6.25%
SKS or Variant	3	18.75%
Other Military Semi	3	18.75%
Bolt Action Sporter	1	6.25%
Other Bolt Action military	0	0%
Other	1	6.25%
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