What is your preferred, most useful gun?

[savanahsdad]

Any of my 44mag's!!!! you can load everything from bird shot too 300gr slugs it them !! and if you have a break in, blast one out of that and the bad guy will think you just popped off a flash grenade, there are even blackpower loads listed for the 44mag and any primer that fits will have a load for it , , I'm guessing if we could only have 1 gun that ammo would be hard to get , and I got buckets of 44 brass

 

[CZguy]

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Warp said (in reference to Vern Humphrey's post #53 on the 22LR) Disagree.

If it is not suitable as a self defense round against people it is not very useful to me.

The .22lr is not, in the opinion and experience of most people, a suitable self defense round.

If plinking and small game hunting or small varmint control is all you need firearms to be fluent in, sure, make it a .22lr.

Not everyone who shoots is so caught up with self defense that they bias the pleasure of shooting toward always preparing for an event that is never likely to happen... ever. But I know this is just your opinion just like I have mine. So that's okay.

You and I clearly have differing opinions about the purpose of a firearm, but I feel pretty safe carrying a 22LR handgun or rifle. I don't carry a 22LR for self defense, but this thread is about what we consider the most useful or "preferred" fiream/caliber.

Warp might have several people out to get him, and consequently have more need of a defensive firearm.

For me a CZ 452 Lux would fulfill all of my needs. You see, I know what my needs are, so while I appreciate Warps efforts of educate us.......It's really not necessary.

 

[22-rimfire]

My most preferred firearm and caliber vary quite a bit based on the situation. I don't think this thread is about the ONE firearm and caliber that you would choose for the rest of your life exclusive of others.

For me, the nod has to go to the most popular caliber in the last 100+ years... 22LR.

I like lots of calibers, but I always keep going back to the 22LR for versatility, cost, and function. I tend to want something a little larger for self defense, and I lean toward a rfle in 22 WMR for some of the worst case scenarios. But those are all situational and I have the bases covered.

 

[Warp]

My most preferred firearm and caliber vary quite a bit based on the situation. I don't think this thread is about the ONE firearm and caliber that you would choose for the rest of your life exclusive of others.

For me, the nod has to go to the most popular caliber in the last 100+ years... 22LR.

I like lots of calibers, but I always keep going back to the 22LR for versatility, cost, and function. I tend to want something a little larger for self defense, and I lean toward a rfle in 22 WMR for some of the worst case scenarios. But those are all situational and I have the bases covered.

Actually, if you follow along, I am 'for' each person having their own priorities and intended uses.

I was disagreeing with a post that said the preferred gun had to be a .22lr. Maybe for that person. But not for all of us, and certainly not for me. (or anybody I know in real life who owns guns)

 

[dom1104]

I just realized the Edit: self defense guys of the world recently payed for my reloading setup, car, and gun collection.

I am 100% ok with Gun Culture 2.0, but I will say it is refreshing when someone comes in and wants a gun for a purpose other than the boogeyman. Or so Obama cant get it.

It just gets so boring after a while.

And then they fret about when they DO have to shoot someone dead, whether their chosen caliber will do it, or whether the bad guy will end up killing them in the end because they bought a .40 instead of a .45

But the cool part is, self defense is never "completely" taken care of.

Because first you need a pistol. Usually some 17 round sucker. Then you need a smaller pistol. Then you need a shotgun, an AR15, and a bolt gun. Then a second AR for your trunk gun. Then a bipod for the bolt gun, and a Nightforce scope, in case you need to take that 1000 yard shot when SHTF.

It adds up to a ton of cash, and a lot of profit.


I wonder how they did it back when guys only bought a shotgun, a 1911 for shooting bullseye, and a hunting rifle? How could you make any money with no Obama or "self Defense"?

Sorry. Rambling.

 

[Warp]

I just realized the Warps of the world recently payed for my reloading setup, car, and gun collection.

I am 100% ok with Gun Culture 2.0, but I will say it is refreshing when someone comes in and wants a gun for a purpose other than the boogeyman. Or so Obama cant get it.

It just gets so boring after a while.

And then they fret about when they DO have to shoot someone dead, whether their chosen caliber will do it, or whether the bad guy will end up killing them in the end because they bought a .40 instead of a .45

But the cool part is, self defense is never "completely" taken care of.

Because first you need a pistol. Usually some 17 round sucker. Then you need a smaller pistol. Then you need a shotgun, an AR15, and a bolt gun. Then a second AR for your trunk gun. Then a bipod for the bolt gun, and a Nightforce scope, in case you need to take that 1000 yard shot when SHTF.

It adds up to a ton of cash, and a lot of profit.


I wonder how they did it back when guys only bought a shotgun, a 1911 for shooting bullseye, and a hunting rifle? How could you make any money with no Obama or "self Defense"?

Sorry. Rambling.

You might want to go back and read my posts again...You seem to have me confused with somebody else that is 180* opposite in what they are saying.

I only need one.

 

[dom1104]

You might want to go back and read my posts again...You seem to have me confused with somebody else that is 180* opposite in what they are saying.

I only need one.

Oh my bad then, I will do that right away.

 

[Inebriated]

357 magnum winchester levergun.

To those who think choosing a long gun is silly because you cant ccw it.....

How often have you USED your ccw?

My bet is never, and you never will.

Putting meat on the table > imaginary bad guys out to get ya.
The meat is real, the ccw is for the fear of what might happen bolstered by th nra and the gun rags to sell guns.

We all have our priorities, but how you can make claims so bold and full of confidence, based only off of your personal experience, is borderline insulting to those who HAVE experienced that fear.

 

[T.R.]

Marlin 22MAG. This amazing rifle shoots clustered little groups at 75 yards. The high speed hollow tip bullet hits like a mini grenade!

TR

 

[j1]

Easy to answer. My Remington mod 700 in 30 06. I will give you a freeby as to my second. Probably my 10 22. I too love that gun.

 

[1-1 Banger]

My Marlin 1895 SBL. 45-70 is more than enough medicine to put food on the table, and as far as animals of the two legged variety, I for one am of the opinion that a lever gun in 357 Mag or up would be more than effective if used correctly.

 

[blackwellbenny]

If it comes down to where I have to shoot my own food, I would openly carry a rifle (Remington 700 - .243) until then my glock 23.

 

[Manny]

The majority of my food, meat included, comes from the supermarket, and most likely that won't change. My primary use for a gun is fun target/plinking and self defense/home defense. Just because I haven't needed a gun for that purpose thus far doesn't mean I might not need it, and need it very badly, sometime in the future.

My choice of for a one only is a Glock 17L. The long barrel extracts the maximum performance out of what ever 9mm ammo I fire in it, getting easily into .38+p territory or even low end .357 power with given loads. The long sight radius allows me to shot it better that any other pistol I've tried, yet it isn't so large as to preclude comfortable carry. It's a great choice for target & plinking, has sufficient power to effectively deal with the threats I most likely expect to face, feral dogs, possibly rabid animals, and the varius two legged scum. I wouldn't want to face down a bear with it, but thats not a likely scenario in my life.

If I was a hunter I'd likely choose another gun, but I'm not much, so this gun fits my needs best.

 

[bigfatdave]

I choose a .22WMR miniature Gatling gun that mounts to my right forearm and is hand-cranked by the left hand, with a laser sight and spotlight mounted in the center, a staplegun mounted to the grip, and a selectable ammunition feeding system to go between AP and phosphorus rounds.

Oh my. I now want this very badly. But I'm passing on the staple gun in favor of a trim nailer.

You can't use NAILS!
Staples have more knockdown power, because they cause hydrostatic shock, dual penetration, and connecting surface abrasion.
Bah! Nails are the newb choice, obviously.

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Next thread:
what gun should I get for my girlfriend who isn't willing to shoot?
It has to be inexpensive, lightweight, low-recoil, big knockdown power, easy to put a scope on, easy to conceal, and never get finish wear in my tactical drop-leg holster designed for a 1911, but I don't want a 1911

 

[bikerdoc]

Next thread:
what gun should I get for my girlfriend who isn't willing to shoot?
It has to be inexpensive, lightweight, low-recoil, big knockdown power, easy to put a scope on, easy to conceal, and never get finish wear in my tactical drop-leg holster designed for a 1911, but I don't want a 1911

Bigfatdave for the win.!

 

[CZguy]

Next thread:
what gun should I get for my girlfriend who isn't willing to shoot?
It has to be inexpensive, lightweight, low-recoil, big knockdown power, easy to put a scope on, easy to conceal, and never get finish wear in my tactical drop-leg holster designed for a 1911, but I don't want a 1911

Don't forget that it needs to run without ever being cleaned, and comes in pretty colors.

 

[Infidel4life11]

Glock 19 or AR-15

 

[Yarddog]

My 22 Bolt, but I'll have a conpound bow to hunt large game with. JMO ; ) PS I have guns more than one & for ALL accounts so
Y/D

 

[kimberkid]

I'm in my mid-50's and I've had a couple hundred guns in my life time; this one since 12/2007 and it remains to be my favorite and the one gun that goes to the range every time ... I have other more powerful, more expensive guns but this is my go-to gun and it will do everything I need. SiG-P556 SBR

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Concealable ... more or less but if the day to come where I could only have one gun I would hope we would be at a point where it didn't matter if anyone knew I had it.

 

[Sheepdog1968]

I can't imagine not having a 30-30 lever action. It's too fun and handy to be without. I can work within the limitations of range and capacity.

It's a quiet evening at home so I thought I'd elaborate. Where I live no, CCW isn't an option. Even if it were, I doubt I'd change my option. I shoot frequently and go hunting. Whatever I choose needs to meet those criteria first. Also, there is just my passion about lever actions. I flat out like them. I didn't discover this till I was older. I just can't imagine not having it. It's not the best hunting rifle though it's a good one. It's not the best range rifle and it's not the best home defense weapon. It just comes down to the fact I like it.

I own one but am in the process as we speak of getting my dream 30-30 built. I started with a Marlin 336 Texan (straight stock as I like the look) that was manufactured in 1983 (pre cross bolt safety as I really don't care for the cross bolt safety). It will have a 12" LOP and 16.5" tapered octagon barrel and skinner sights.

Short and handy and my idea of perfection.

 

[CZguy]

I started with a Marlin 336 Texan (straight stock as I like the look) that was manufactured in 1983 (pre cross bolt safety as I really don't care for the cross bolt safety). It will have a 12" LOP and 16.5" tapered octagon barrel and skinner sights.

How about a picture of that when you're done. Sounds interesting.

 

[RickMD]

A 12 gauge pump shotgun with two barrels is more versatile than any other firearm that I can think of.

 

[Warp]

A 12 gauge pump shotgun with two barrels is more versatile than any other firearm that I can think of.

When hunting figures prominently...absolutely. Deer, various birds, small animals, two legged defense at home...it wears lots of hats.

 

[floydster]

My CZ PCR.

 

[flip888]

A Ruger blackhawk in 44 mag. 4 inch barrel. carryable, accurate, good hunting handgun. its not the best at anything, but not the worst at anything.