amd6547
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Some people never carry a handgun on a thirty mile backpack trip, but are happy to pontificate for others who do.
It is at those times that the light weight of a 38snub is appreciated.
I've noticed that some people regard a trail/woodsgun as merely "dead weight." Therefore, nearly any gun will suffice. (until they actually need it, of course)
Other people regard the firearm as essential equipment and carry the gun that best suits the anticipated needs and is fully capable of meeting them.
I understand what you mean, but i have never seen anybody party in the real backcountry. When I backpack, I walk at least 6 miles into the woods before setting up camp, depending on whether and water sources... I have never, ever, met anybody that is weird enough to carry a couple 30 packs of crappy beer to a swimming hole, 6 miles into the woods. Generally people you see on the trail will be individuals quite like yourself.A group of wild, drunken young men were partying back in the woods. Heard them just before my attractive wife and I stumbled into them. I guarantee there would have been trouble.
Had a close call yesterday hiking in Hillsborough County (FL). A group of wild, drunken young men were partying back in the woods. Heard them just before my attractive wife and I stumbled into them. I guarantee there would have been trouble. We gave them a wide berth and avoided contact. I will protect my family first and always. I did feel a bit undergunned with an M&P 340 and a speed strip. Next time, I'll have the G23 and spare mag to defend against the two-legged threats.
I did feel a bit undergunned with an M&P 340 and a speed strip. Next time, I'll have the G23 and spare mag to defend against the two-legged threats.
but if I'm going to carry a gun around for miles, it might as well work for whatever I would have to shoot.