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Posted: 11/2/2009 3:25:47 PM EDT

would you all pick an AK over an AR or visa versa
what kind of sidearm would you choose

Posted: 11/2/2009 3:27:41 PM EDT

[#1]

inb4TheShitstorm.

Personally? AR and Glock 17.

<runs>

Posted: 11/2/2009 3:43:56 PM EDT

[#2]

Quoted:
would you all pick an AK over an AR or visa versa...

If you die with either one of them, it won't be the gun's fault.

Posted: 11/2/2009 3:45:21 PM EDT

[#3]

Pick what you can shoot best with and buy parts for that weapon!

Posted: 11/2/2009 3:49:38 PM EDT

[#4]

Quoted:
inb4TheShitstorm.

Personally? AR and Glock 17.

<runs>

this

here it comes

Posted: 11/2/2009 3:51:52 PM EDT

[#5]

Wife and I both carry Beretta 92s and ARs for bugout purposes along with a 10/22 and a Buckmark pistol which share a Gemtech suppressor (for when you need to reach out and slap something quietly)....Other guns added if vehicle is an option..

I own 2 AKs but would not be taking them for a bugout...

Posted: 11/2/2009 4:00:02 PM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
Pick what you can shoot best with and buy parts for that weapon!

Big +1 here.

For the wife and I, Colt 6920 and glock 22 for me. Armalite M15/Colt GI upper and Springfield XD 9mm for the better half.

Pick one. Train. Get ammo. Train. Buy spare magazines. Train. Buy spare parts. Train. Repeat.

Did I mention to train?

Regards,

LABlackRifle

Posted: 11/2/2009 4:01:51 PM EDT

[#7]

If it happened today I'd have my AR and 1911, but like others have said- whatever you shoot best and are comfortable with.

Posted: 11/2/2009 4:07:57 PM EDT

[#8]

ANOTHER SHTF GUN THREAD!!!!!!

We have one at least every week and another bunch of threads for SHTF - anything you could possibly imagine.

Get both or flip a coin.

Posted: 11/2/2009 4:13:27 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:

Quoted:
would you all pick an AK over an AR or visa versa...

If you die with either one of them, it won't be the gun's fault.

You know, I've scanned through hundreds of these type of posts...and this is the best answer I've come across.

Posted: 11/2/2009 4:14:02 PM EDT

[#10]

ar and trooper3 (wheelgun FTW)

Posted: 11/2/2009 4:15:02 PM EDT

[#11]

Glock 17, AR, and sks for when the AR's overheat.

Posted: 11/2/2009 4:19:40 PM EDT

[#12]

Quoted:
would you all pick an AK over an AR or visa versa
what kind of sidearm would you choose

you are the first one to pose these interesting questions.
this discussion should be interesting and informative.
once complete, it should not have to be brought up again.

ever.

ar-jedi

Posted: 11/2/2009 7:16:21 PM EDT

[#13]

You know latley I've been ask'in myself the same question.
I'm also wondering if I should use 9mm or 45acp?
And how much ammo do I need? I know that depends on how many ammo cans I have, but still, how much?
What color camo goes with grey socks?
Theres something else I was wondering, but cant remember, I need to check my list...

(yea, I know, that aint necessary, but I couldnt help myself)

Posted: 11/2/2009 7:30:47 PM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:
AR and Glock 17.

First post FTW. I also would've accepted "AR and Glock 19"

Posted: 11/2/2009 7:37:02 PM EDT

[#15]

I feel that 9mmNATO is adquate because during a SHtF scenario you should be trying to avoid any confrontation with an adversary. Most likely you will be having your loved ones in tow, and you don't want to put them in harm's way. For SHtF, and you have to hump the ammo, I would pick 9mmNATO and 5.56NATO for the fact that you can get more shots.

Posted: 11/2/2009 9:24:04 PM EDT

[#16]

Quoted:

Quoted:
AR and Glock 17.

First post FTW. I also would've accepted "AR and Glock 19"

this

Posted: 11/2/2009 11:11:53 PM EDT

[#17]

Hi Point wit da infa-red beamz...

Posted: 11/3/2009 4:49:42 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:

Quoted:
AR and Glock 17.

First post FTW. I also would've accepted "AR and Glock 19"

Posted: 11/3/2009 4:57:51 AM EDT

[#19]

bushmaster xm15 and glock 23

its what i currently have.

Posted: 11/3/2009 5:09:36 AM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:

Quoted:
would you all pick an AK over an AR or visa versa...

If you die with either one of them, it won't be the gun's fault.

+1,000,000 - this is the best response -

Posted: 11/3/2009 5:36:25 AM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:

inb4TheShitstorm.

Personally? AR and Glock 17.

<runs>

ditto

Posted: 11/3/2009 5:44:41 AM EDT

[#22]

Quoted:

AR and Glock 17.

/thread

Posted: 11/3/2009 6:14:41 AM EDT

[#23]

I have my AR and a 1911. Spare mags, ammo and parts.More if a vehicle is an option.

Posted: 11/3/2009 6:14:47 AM EDT

[#24]

Quoted:

Quoted:

AR and Glock 17.

First post FTW. I also would've accepted "AR and Glock 19"

Or with me it's... 3 ar's and my Glock(s) 17 and 19.

Just need someone to carry the ammo and extra mags.

Posted: 11/3/2009 6:23:18 AM EDT

[#25]

for feeding yourself .... a plain ole 12 gauge with a mod choked field barrel will get ya small game , birds , deer , hogs and what not.

Just remember when shooting slugs from a smooth bore buy rifled slugs NOT sabots and no you dont need a rifled slug barrel.

U can get cheap shotgun shells by the case if you shop around as well as cheap buck shot and slugs too

Posted: 11/3/2009 6:27:17 AM EDT

[#26]

DUPE. AGAIN. FUCK.

Posted: 11/3/2009 10:28:25 AM EDT

[#27]

Allways about the guns

Posted: 11/3/2009 10:34:52 AM EDT

[#28]

Quoted:

Quoted:
would you all pick an AK over an AR or visa versa...

If you die with either one of them, it won't be the gun's fault.

+1

people choose one and downplay the other.
I'd feel fine with either.

I honestly don't know which one I'd grab first.

I'm positive, as far as a sidearm, I'd go Glock 17

Posted: 11/3/2009 11:55:41 AM EDT

[#29]

My SHTF rifle and handgun:

Posted: 11/3/2009 12:13:38 PM EDT

[#30]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Pick what you can shoot best with and buy parts for that weapon!

Big +1 here.

For the wife and I, Colt 6920 and glock 22 for me. Armalite M15/Colt GI upper and Springfield XD 9mm for the better half.

Pick one. Train. Get ammo. Train. Buy spare magazines. Train. Buy spare parts. Train. Repeat.

Did I mention to train?

Regards,

LABlackRifle

Without training, it doesn't matter which you choose.

John

Posted: 11/3/2009 2:29:26 PM EDT

[#31]

Quoted:

Allways about the guns

I guess food and water, and gardening tools, and non-hybrid seeds, and spare shoes and clothes, and stuff like that just aren't exciting enough......until you need them and don't have them that is.

Posted: 11/3/2009 2:53:05 PM EDT

[#32]

Quoted:
inb4TheShitstorm.

Personally? AR and Glock 17.

<runs>

Burn the Heretic!!

Everyone knows the Glock 19 is far superior

Posted: 11/3/2009 2:56:25 PM EDT

[#33]

Quoted:
inb4TheShitstorm.

Personally? AR and Glock 17.

<runs>

this

Posted: 11/3/2009 3:19:33 PM EDT

[#34]

Quoted:

Quoted:

AR and Glock 17.

First post FTW. I also would've accepted "AR and Glock 19"

Or with me it's... 3 ar's and my Glock(s) 17 and 19.

Just need someone to carry the ammo and extra mags.

Dang...you can only shoot one at a time!!

Posted: 11/3/2009 3:42:06 PM EDT

[#35]

This is a tough one, I have thought about this a lot. I just picked up a S&W 25-5. .45 Colt has been around a long time. It is accurate, can be 90% of the power as a .44 Magnum. I have a winchester lever rifle to go with it and lots of ammo, It also reloads easy.

Posted: 11/3/2009 3:47:43 PM EDT

[#36]

Hi Point .380 and a single shot .410 shotgun.

Oh, and three packs of "Bazooka" bubble gum.
Actually, my SHTF firearms will be whatever is closest.

Posted: 11/4/2009 4:05:03 AM EDT

[#37]

Quoted:

Quoted:
inb4TheShitstorm.

Personally? AR and Glock 17.

<runs>

Burn the Heretic!!

Everyone knows the Glock 19 is far superior

The G19 is just a midget, G17 all the way.

I'd carry my AR and G17, plus throw my S&W .357 with a box of ammo in my pack. If vehicle travel is possible then the 12G Mossberg comes as well.

Posted: 11/4/2009 5:44:16 AM EDT

[#38]

Another AR-15 & Glock 17 Supporter here.

Throw in a Mossberg 930SPX for good measure...

Posted: 11/4/2009 6:08:15 AM EDT

[#39]

Quoted:
AR and Glock 17.

Win

Posted: 11/4/2009 9:45:23 AM EDT

[#40]

It doesn't matter what you pick. Just make sure you're wearing multicam and you're good to go.

Posted: 11/4/2009 11:31:12 AM EDT

[#41]

This is coming up more and more these days. This post needs a poll added, and then tacked to the top.
For me and mine, we have AR-15s and 9mm pistols.

Posted: 11/4/2009 12:23:51 PM EDT

[#42]

Quoted:
My SHTF rifle and handgun:

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm84/shrike37/DSCF5115.jpg

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm84/shrike37/DSCF5127.jpg

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm84/shrike37/SerialBlockOut.jpg

I guess no one ever told you that if your pistol isn't painted the same as your rifle, it won't shoot straight.

Posted: 11/4/2009 12:42:42 PM EDT

[#43]

Glock 21sf and AR15

Posted: 11/4/2009 2:26:45 PM EDT

[#44]

AK47 with G23

Posted: 11/4/2009 2:52:53 PM EDT

[#45]

Quoted:

Quoted:

AR and Glock 17.

Win

And that's a wrap!

Posted: 11/4/2009 5:49:29 PM EDT

[#46]

Man Portable Mini Gun in 7.62 mm just like Jessie Ventura used in the first Predator.

I don't have time to bleed.....

Posted: 11/4/2009 6:51:35 PM EDT

[#47]

I'm going to have a mostly BCM Middy AR with a 92FS and a shit load of mags and ammo for both. If I'm on the move, then someone I love around me will be carrying a shotgun and Sig 226, with a shitload of ammo.

Posted: 11/4/2009 6:52:27 PM EDT

[#48]

AR and 1911, or 357

Posted: 11/4/2009 6:55:45 PM EDT

[#49]

Quoted:
for feeding yourself .... a plain ole 12 gauge with a mod choked field barrel will get ya small game , birds , deer , hogs and what not.

Just remember when shooting slugs from a smooth bore buy rifled slugs NOT sabots and no you dont need a rifled slug barrel.

U can get cheap shotgun shells by the case if you shop around as well as cheap buck shot and slugs too

Shottys work good close in for zombies too

Posted: 11/4/2009 7:45:13 PM EDT

[#50]

For me 16inch Middy AR, and Glock 21 45ACP. After 12 years in the infantry the AR is what feels best to me.

Now as to what you should choose.
1. The weapons you are best with.
2. Buy AMMO and parts.
3.Train.

If you are not an expert with your weapon you will not survive. Period. You are only fooling yourself.
Avoid contact if at all possible, the goal is to survive not fight the Next American Revolution.
Spend most of your money on Food and other preps.
Fire fights are short and probably be at close quarters. If you survive you get their weapons and ammo.
If not...............best to avoid contact.
Rember your weapon is a tool that your life depends on. How much is your life worth?????
YMMV

1-179th INF

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