My take on the top 5 guns you'll need when the shit hits the fan.
1. 12 Gauge pump action shotgun
2. Bushmaster AR 15 5.56 NATO or .223 REM
3. Ruger 10 22 .22lr
4. Glock 17 9mm
5. Taurus Judge Public Defender Poly
When the stinky stuff hits the fan, you're going to
want to make sure you have the right firearms to take care of any
problem that may arise.
Regardless of your personal political
affiliation and world views, you must admit the simple fact that the
world is heading down a very slippery slope; and at the end of this
slope lies a society the likes of which the American people have never
seen. The political division in the nation is at an all time high, talks
of civil war and a "
second American Revolution" have been hot topics, and of course the economy continues to spiral downward. So from economic collapse to
martial law,
nuclear war, foreign invasion, or even a collapse of the power grid,
there are many different events that could cause Americans to break out
into massive civil unrest. As a result, the internet - specifically
YouTube - is filled with lists, blogs, and videos of different people
talking about the guns and other pieces of equipment they believe would
be essential during a "shit hits the fan" scenario.
Being a gun enthusiast myself and also having a decent understanding of
current events and the current political climate, I recently decided to
put my view on the subject out for the people of the internet to see.
So in the first installment of a new gun talk vlog series I hope to
expand in the near future on my new
Liberty Sun TV YouTube
channel,
I discussed, for just over twenty minutes, my choice of five firearms
that would be ideal to have in such a scenario, adding in a few
alternatives for each choice.
1.) 12 Gauge Pump Action Shotgun - As I pointed out in
the video, the 12 gauge pump action shotgun is likely the most popular
gun in the United States, rivaled only by perhaps revolvers for the
weapon most frequently used for basic home defense. (although
different polls show
different results
on opinion for the best home defense weapon) So regardless of where you
are when the stinky stuff hits the fan, a 12 gauge shotgun is ideal.
As I also pointed out in the video, the Remington 870 Express and the
Mossberg 500 are likely the two most popular guns in the 12 gauge
market. And while I do have access to a Remington 870 in my home, I
decided to not show it in the video and instead showed my Harrington
& Richardson pump action 12 gauge in order to point out the fact
that the market offers cheaper all-steel alternatives to the 870 and the
500 that retain the same durability and functionality. (even though
most of them receive a lot of criticism for being manufactured in Japan
and China)
2.) High Powered Semi-Auto Rifle - Regardless of
whether it's zombies or foreign troops trying to kill you, if there are
more than just a few coming at you at once, a high-powered
semi-automatic rifle is going to be your ideal weapon. My first choice
for a high powered semi-auto rifle is the popular Bushmaster AR-15 in
either 5.56 NATO or .223 Remington. I'm not usually one to jump on
"bandwagons" but this particular weapon is popular for a reason. It's
reliable, durable and the .223, while it isn't one of the lest expensive
rounds, it is one of the most commonly available, especially after the
recent surge in production following mass hysteria over potential gun
bans.
Of course, if you're not willing to go all out and spend the money for a
Bushmaster, there are other AR variants available for much cheaper
prices. Mossberg and other companies make AR-style rifles for nearly
half the price of a Bushmaster. With a basic knowledge of firearms, you
can also get the parts and build an AR-15 on a budget. And if the AR
isn't your "cup of tea" there are other styles of semi-automatic rifles
available. The AK-style rifles (such as the AK-47 in 7.62 x 39mm and the
AK-74 in 5.54 x 39mm) are likely the biggest rivals to the AR rifles
in popularity. And just like the AR rifles, you can spend anywhere from a
few hundred to a few thousand.
3.) Ruger 10 22 Rifle - The Ruger "10 22" .22lr rifle
is, in my opinion as well as the opinion of many other gun owners, the
best readily available .22 rifle on the market. Ruger has set the
standard for the .22 rifle and you can get a 10 22 that meets your exact
specifications. Fresh out of the factory, the Ruger 10 22 comes with
your choice of a wooden or synthetic stock and a stainless or blued
barrel. You can also purchase after market stocks such as the one shown
on my 10 22 in the video that give the gun a tactical look and feel,
much like the Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 and other "tactical" .22
rifles. Also readily available for the Ruger 10 22 are factory and
aftermarket 25-round magazines.
But regardless of whether you decide to go with the actual Ruger or
something else, a .22 rifle is definitely a must-have when comes to a
"shit hits the fan" scenario. .22lr bullets are very small, which makes
it easier to have more rounds on you at all times. They are also perfect
for hunting varmints, birds, and other small animals in the case that
you would have to live off the land and hunt for food.
4.) The Sidearm - The sidearm is definitely my
favorite topic to discuss when it comes to guns. Being a huge handgun
fanatic, I have a lot to say when it comes to choosing the proper
sidearm, specifically semi-auto pistols. And while it's important to
make a good decision about your carry piece now, it's even more
important to make your decision for when the "shit hits the fan" because
you may not have the ability to just run to your local gun store and
trade for something different.
Choosing the proper sidearm has a lot to do with personal preference and
the way your body is built. Certain handguns fit certain people better
than others, and that's perfectly fine and normal. For me, the weapon of
choice when it comes to the perfect sidearm is the Glock. Glock is a
trusted manufacturer of pistols that has been around since the 1980s and
has proven itself worthy to millions of individuals and agencies alike.
The NYPD and Kentucky State Police, for example, both trust Glocks as
their primary sidearms (although the NYPD gives a choice to use the
Smith & Wesson Model 5946 or the Sig Sauer P226 instead of the Glock
model 19) and the two law enforcement agencies are not alone. Thousands
upon thousands of agencies across the United States issue Glocks to
their officers, varying among the 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, and in some
cases even the .357 SIG and .45 GAP cartridges.
Despite their durability and wide range of options (including many
different sizes and calibers) many people are strong critiques of
Glocks. Many criticize Glocks for being "too plain" or "unattractive"
and some gun owners are simply not fans of polymer guns in general,
preferring all-steel guns. That's why, as a 2nd option for a sidearm, I
suggest the 1911. The 1911 is a type of gun that has been around for
over 100 years so it has certainly withstood the test of time. It is
likely the most popular handgun in the world and is produced by endless
companies. Companies such as Colt, Remington, and Kimber have been
making 1911 style pistols for decades but other companies like Ruger
have only recently gotten into the arena. 1911s also have a wide variety
of sizes and features. You can get anything from a standard 5" milspec
to a compact 3.5" with all the bells and whistles. The prices also vary.
You can get a cheap but durable Taurus or Rock Island 1911 for a few
hundred bucks or you can splurge and get an Ed Brown or Dan Wesson
Custom for a few thousand.
5.) The Revolver - It's always good to have at least
one revolver in your gun collection, especially when the society goes to
hell in a hand basket. The revolver I chose may not be the most popular
revolver but it is the one that I feel would provide the best options
for this scenario.
In the video, I showed and discussed my Taurus Judge, specifically the Public Defender Polymer model. The
Judge
is a fairly new design that was first introduced in 2010 and in
addition to firing the popular .45colt round it also fires .410 shotgun
shells. Although the .410 is a controversial round due to the fact that
is nowhere near as powerful as the 12 gauge, it will still get the job
done in an up close and personal situation when it comes to taking down a
mugger or someone who may be trying to hurt you or your family. But if
you're still not a fan of the .410 you can always go with a plain old
.45colt revolver or a .357 or .44 magnum, all of which are equally
effective in taking down the bad guys.
Ideally, we would all like to have as many firearms as possible in a
situation where we have to fight to survive. But depending on the
situation it may not be feasible to have 50+ firearms at your constant
disposal. That's why it's important to analyze the potential uses for
guns and come up with a good set of firearms that you would feel
comfortable with and that you could have on or near you at most or all
times.
