Looks like I'll be heading out to NO this weekend, with a communications contractor working for FEMA. I'll be essentailly grunt labor, but I was hired with the understanding that I must bring at least one gun with me. Of course, this is not in my job description!
So, what would you take? So far I've got an AR and a CZ-52 for my vehicle, and I'm probably going to buy an 870, marine edition if I can find one in town. I'll be working in the French Quarter first, restoring infrastructure, and after that is touch-and-go. I don't expect to be in a firefight, but I want to be prepared just in case. I have a limited budget, but that will change after two weeks there, once I recieve my first check. Then I'll probably blow it all on guns, which will probably be hugely expensive there.
So, I need a new handgun, something durable and reliable, and advise on a shotgun. I'm used to my CZ, I've put 10k or so rounds thru it without a jam, so I'm seriously considering using it as my primary sidearm. Its got the leather tanker holster that will keep it away from scratches, and if it gets damaged or confiscated, no big loss. If I get something new, I'm going ot have to put at least 250 or so roudns thru it before I feel comfortable carrying it. My AR is bone-stock, and I plan to keep it that way. The only thing I'm going to add is a neoprene sling so I can sling it over my back comfortably.
Finally, any general tips? I've never been in an area like this, but I'm looking forward to going. I've got an appointment set up with my doctor for the full "I'm going to Mexico and i'm going to drink the water" set of shots, and my employer is going to provide food/water. I'm bringing a five day supply for myself, just in case, in addition to everything else. I'm driving an SUV, so there's no room for gas tanks unless they're inside the vehicle, and I'm not so sure that is a good idea. Perhaps a trailer with a large farm tank on it? Lots of clothes, 2 sets of rain gear, and sleeping arrangements in my vehicle. Am I missing anything?
So, what would you take? So far I've got an AR and a CZ-52 for my vehicle, and I'm probably going to buy an 870, marine edition if I can find one in town. I'll be working in the French Quarter first, restoring infrastructure, and after that is touch-and-go. I don't expect to be in a firefight, but I want to be prepared just in case. I have a limited budget, but that will change after two weeks there, once I recieve my first check. Then I'll probably blow it all on guns, which will probably be hugely expensive there.
So, I need a new handgun, something durable and reliable, and advise on a shotgun. I'm used to my CZ, I've put 10k or so rounds thru it without a jam, so I'm seriously considering using it as my primary sidearm. Its got the leather tanker holster that will keep it away from scratches, and if it gets damaged or confiscated, no big loss. If I get something new, I'm going ot have to put at least 250 or so roudns thru it before I feel comfortable carrying it. My AR is bone-stock, and I plan to keep it that way. The only thing I'm going to add is a neoprene sling so I can sling it over my back comfortably.
Finally, any general tips? I've never been in an area like this, but I'm looking forward to going. I've got an appointment set up with my doctor for the full "I'm going to Mexico and i'm going to drink the water" set of shots, and my employer is going to provide food/water. I'm bringing a five day supply for myself, just in case, in addition to everything else. I'm driving an SUV, so there's no room for gas tanks unless they're inside the vehicle, and I'm not so sure that is a good idea. Perhaps a trailer with a large farm tank on it? Lots of clothes, 2 sets of rain gear, and sleeping arrangements in my vehicle. Am I missing anything?