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Survival Rifles
Am Shooting Journal ^ | 11/20/18 | C Raleigh

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.


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1 posted on 11/20/2018 5:57:21 AM PST by w1n1
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To: w1n1

I’m fond of the 10/22, but you don’t need the take-down version. Removing the screw that holds the receiver to the stock would be enough to create a shortened rifle capable of easier carry.


2 posted on 11/20/2018 6:08:47 AM PST by SJSAMPLE
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“I’m fond of the 10/22, but you don’t need the take-down version. Removing the screw that holds the receiver to the stock would be enough to create a shortened rifle capable of easier carry.”

Ditto. For ease of take-down (if critical), the screw can be swapped for one with a larger, finger tighten-able model.

The take-model in the Magpull backpacker stock is a really slick setup!

KYPD


3 posted on 11/20/2018 6:13:38 AM PST by petro45acp (All those disopian movies? applefacebookgoogletwitteryahooutoob....you are the bad guys!)
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To: w1n1

After much study I’m convinced the role survival rifle is best filled by modern medium to large bore air rifles.

Energy on target rivals that of the .22. They are legal to suppress without government interference. The ammunition weights only a fraction of rifle cartridges. And finally, accessories, as well as the rifles themselves, are usually MUCH more economical.


4 posted on 11/20/2018 6:15:00 AM PST by papertyger (Trump, A president so great, that Democrats who said they would leave America if he won, stayed!)
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To: petro45acp

I would go with the Magpul setup but I just put another $350 into my third rebuild in 25 years with the Hogue rubberized stock and a Tactical Solutions aluminum-sleeved barrel. Magpul makes great stuff.


5 posted on 11/20/2018 6:16:27 AM PST by SJSAMPLE
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To: w1n1

This article is really goofy. The author suggests that a lever-action .45-70 is a good choice for a survival rifle. Really?


6 posted on 11/20/2018 6:17:18 AM PST by dinodino
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When my youngest son earned his Eagle Scout badge I got him a Henry AR-7 rifle. What it doesn't say it also floats. So if you drop it in water you won't loose it.

It is a good little rifle, fun to shoot. Accurate, you might have to do some sight adjustment.

7 posted on 11/20/2018 6:19:17 AM PST by painter ( Isaiah: �Woe to those who call evil good and good evil,")
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To: SJSAMPLE

I have a Ruger 10/22 Takedown integrally suppressed rifle, and I like the takedown configuration. Granted, a screw on the regular 10/22 doesn’t take all that long to deal with, but the takedown goes together even faster. I just find it neat and tidy - and quiet. With normal ammo you don’t need hearing protection, and with quiet ammo you’ve got a weapon where the shot is quieter than action.

I also have a Henry AR-7. It’s light, simple, and compact. The Ruger is fun to shoot. The Henry is not quite fun, but every shot goes where it’s supposed to. The rifle does its job.


8 posted on 11/20/2018 6:19:50 AM PST by Pollster1 ("Governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed")
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To: painter

I guess it depends on the individual rifle.

The AR7 I had actually defied the laws of physics in its inaccuracy.


9 posted on 11/20/2018 6:21:56 AM PST by papertyger (Trump, A president so great, that Democrats who said they would leave America if he won, stayed!)
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To: SJSAMPLE

“I would go with the Magpul setup but I just put another $350 into my third rebuild in 25 years with the Hogue rubberized stock and a Tactical Solutions aluminum-sleeved barrel. Magpul makes great stuff.”

That Hogue/TS build sounds like a sweet shooter!

Cheers!

KYPD


10 posted on 11/20/2018 6:22:07 AM PST by petro45acp (All those disopian movies? applefacebookgoogletwitteryahooutoob....you are the bad guys!)
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To: dinodino
This article is really goofy.

SOP for w1n1 posts.

11 posted on 11/20/2018 6:23:58 AM PST by real saxophonist (One side has guns and training. Other side's primary concern is 'gender identity'. Who's gonna win?)
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To: dinodino

Not only does it work defensively, it takes down really big game at short range and with a game getter round becomes a 52ish gauge shotgun.


12 posted on 11/20/2018 6:26:16 AM PST by gnarledmaw (Hive minded liberals worship leaders, sovereign conservatives elect servants.)
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To: w1n1
To me, There are three criteria a SHTF weapon must meet.

Ruggedness and reliability first. The weapon must be able to be usable immediately under any conditions, extended storage without maintenance, hot, cold, dirty or dropped.

The second criteria is accuracy over all ranges of use, close combat to long range defense.

A third consideration is ammunition availability. Since most LE and military rifles use 5.56, a weapon that can use that ammunition can be used with whatever is dropped or discarded. You could also use the same presumption for 9 mm too but I am assuming we are talking rifle rounds.

13 posted on 11/20/2018 6:28:50 AM PST by pfflier
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To: dinodino

>This article is really goofy. The author suggests that a lever-action .45-70 is a good choice for a survival rifle. Really?

For Grizzly or Moose maybe, Squirrels not so much


14 posted on 11/20/2018 6:35:53 AM PST by nevadapatriot
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To: pfflier

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, behind truck seats,and with me when I’m far form home or civilization

They both work no matter what, are accurate enough, and most of all make me feel comfortable having one of them.

The N66 is hard to beat considering a crown royal bag full of ammo is a LOT of ammo.


15 posted on 11/20/2018 6:36:06 AM PST by Manuel OKelley
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To: gnarledmaw

Yeah, but the ammo weighs a ton and costs a fortune, and you can fit what—5 rounds max in the rifle? I have a .45-70 and handload for it. Throwing doorknobs downrange is really fun, but I don’t see it as practical in a SHTF scenario.


16 posted on 11/20/2018 6:37:12 AM PST by dinodino
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To: painter
"What it doesn't say it also floats. So if you drop it in water you won't loose it."

That might be a good rifle for Freepers given the high incidence of boating accidents.

17 posted on 11/20/2018 6:41:10 AM PST by Joe 6-pack (Qui me amat, amat et canem meum.)
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To: Manuel OKelley
Sounds like we both adhere to the same basic philosophy...There when you need it.

My ammunition comment is based on the theory that finding more is as good as stockpiling more.

18 posted on 11/20/2018 6:42:33 AM PST by pfflier
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To: w1n1

I like the Marlin 981T. Bolt action is easier to clean. You can load it with Calibri .22 shorts and have a near silent weapon too. You can also load it with some CCI minimag and take down a deer(yes..I have done that too).

You can’t load .22 shorts wont feed in a 10/22 by the way.

Ammo is heavy. You can carry a lot of .22lr in a bag though.


19 posted on 11/20/2018 6:48:49 AM PST by I got the rope
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To: Joe 6-pack

Good point.


20 posted on 11/20/2018 6:53:44 AM PST by real saxophonist (One side has guns and training. Other side's primary concern is 'gender identity'. Who's gonna win?)
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