So I was looking at something just for fun to purchase this spring, and I've got a few guns in mind. Any input from those who've had experience with these in the past much appreciated. Any suggestions also welcome. First up:
Ruger .44 Magnum Revolver.
I'm torn between the Blackhawk and Redhawk. While I like the idea of being able to fire double action with the Redhawk, I'm not so sure I like the Hogue grip or the shape of the frame. I've fired the Ruger Super Blackhawk before, and though only single action, I really enjoyed the "old western" look of it. The way the gun rolled back in my hand and came to a stop right on my thumb knuckle was a little off putting at first, but much preferable than the recoil throwing the gun up over or into my head. After firing 12 rounds and getting comfortable with the thing, I became pretty fond of it. With a round this large I'm not sure just how much of a favor a double action would do me.
M1911 Clone
I'm not looking at one of these as a carry gun, I'm pretty damn content with my Glock 19. But the 1911 has a certain cool factor to it and I just don't think any gun safe could be complete without one. I've fired one before (a Norinco model), and it just screamed bad assery the moment I laid hands on it. Recoils a little harder than my 9mm (duh), but a very pleasant feel to it. It's just a damn fun gun to shoot. I'm currently looking at Kimbers, but feel free to divert my eyes and give me additional options. I have a tendency to shoot low with this style of gun though, but I'm gonna chalk that up to my inexperience to the style of gun and the low velocity of .45.
.357 Magnum double action Revolver.
The ability to shoot .357 mag & .38 Special is appealing, as is the reliability of a double action pistol (maybe keep it in the truck as a back up carry option in the future).
Not a lot of kick, cheaper available ammo for plinking, but still packs plenty of punch. Always nice to have.
Double Barrel 12 guage.
Well, why the hell not?
Henry Lever Action.
Was debating about the 45/70 or the .44 Magnum. 1. Because lever actions are just fucking cool. 2. Because we can now deer hunt with rifles in Ohio provided we use straight walled cartridges. So really a double whammy here.
Springfield M1A.
It wouldn't really be a first choice SHTF gun by any means, but could perform well in that role if need be. I really just like the iconic look and feel of the Garand and M14 rifles. The availability of .308 ammo is nice, the rifles are supposed to pretty damn accurate, and a .308 can really reach out and touch something. Could be a really nice 500+ yard fun gun. A decently built FAL rifle could probably also fill this role, though I've never laid hands on one and don't know what to expect.
I'm also open to suggestions on .22LR semi automatics. But it has been my experience that .22LR semi- autos are really either jam a lot period, or are real picky about the ammo you feed them.
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