Anyone here into firearms?

Rooster89 · 01-09-2012, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

I really like the SCAR and even though it is light I feel like I am shooting a super soaker that has been converted to fire .223.

My philosophy when it comes to a SHTF scenario is to have a rifle that is common and the ammo will be readily available (and you can carry a lot of it). The AR-15 definitlely fits that bill, and if you treat it right it is very reliable especially if you upgrade the bolt carrier to a FailZero. Plus with an AR-15 you can buy two and have one as a backup or ready parts collection for the same price as one of what you are considering.

If you don't mind not having a cool-looking, fancy assault rifle a couple Ruger Mini-14s would also be a great option.

The Mini-14 seems nice but I wouldn't give it the time of day due to the accuracy issues. I like being able to hit a target further than 100 meters. I don't like DI rifles because the obvious shortcomings are important to me.

And in a shtf scenario the higher maintenance required is a detriment in my mind. I really like the scar 17. I just wish it was cheaper.

And if the ACR was still the masada, I would be sold before I bought it.