This is the second half of the blog about guns. You will find You Tube videos, instructions, and other information about the subject for this week.
Videos:
Instructions:
How to Store Ammunition:
The first option is to store the ammunition in its original cartons. If you have a dry place away from extreme heat, this will work for a short time. Usually months to years. However, if you have humidity, there is a danger of the ammo, interchangeable with ammunition, corroding or rusting.
To increase storage life, place your ammo in US military ammunition cans. These cans will protect the ammo from humidity and water. The cans will also make your ammo easier to transport.
NRA's Safety Rules and More:
Remember me writing about the NRA's Gun Safety Rules at http://www.nrahq.org/education/guide.asp There is so much more information at that link. You need to go back and read some more of the website.
Recommendations on What to Buy:
Very Small Budget
* M-91 Mosin-Nagant Rifle, 7.62X54R
* 12/20 gauge single shot Shotgun
* Model 10 Smith&Wesson Revolver, .38 special
* 22LR single-shot Rifle
Small Budget
* Lee-Enfield Rifle, .303
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun
* M-65 Taurus .357 magnum Revolver
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, .22LR
Another Small Budget
* SKS Rifle, 7.62X39
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun
* P90 Ruger Pistol, 45ACP
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, .22LR
Medium Budget
* AR-15/M-16 series Olympic Arms Rifle, 5.56
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun with 18 inch rifled slug barrel w/rifle sights and a 28 inch barrel
* 1911A1 Springfield Armory Pistol, 45ACP
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, .22LR
Large Budget
* M1A Springfield Armory Rifle, 7.62 NATO
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun w/18 inch rifled slug barrel with rifle sights, 28 inch barrel
* 1911A1 Springfield Armory Pistol, 45ACP
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, 22LR
The above recommendations are firearms picked based on price. You will have to do the research to see if the various guns fit your needs and your budget. Yes, all of the "Very Small Budget" and "Small Budget" recommendations should be/are used guns. You can also buy used guns to reduce you costs for a "Medium Budget" or "Large Budget." Remember your spouse and children will also need guns for protection and hunting.
If I was limited to two guns for protection, I would buy a 357 magnum revolver and a SKS rifle. The .357 revolver would be my carry gun; additionally, the .357 will also shoot .38 special rounds. The SKS is a short and handy, semiautomatic rifle perfect for the suburbs. Some people would substitute a Remington 870 shotgun for the SKS rifle.
These two guns also limit the additional equipment you need to buy. A holster and belt for the revolver, and sling, ammo carrier and stripper clips for the SKS. You will need a cleaning kit and ammo for both weapons.
Many people will recommend having 1,000 cartridges for the rifles and 500 rounds for the handguns. If you are on a limited budget, 250 cartridges for the rifles and 100 rounds for the handguns, I think, would be OK. Remember your threat analysis.
There are some people that have over 10,000 rounds for their rifles, 2500 rounds for their pistols, and around 20,000 cartridges for the 22LR rifles. I assume, their threat analysis includes a possible ammunition ban, civil war/invasion, or other threat requiring lots of ammo.
Other's Opinions:
The Poor Man's Arsenal:
http://thesurvivalistblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/poor-man-survival-arsenal.html
Top Ten Best Guns for Survival:
http://www.shtfblog.com/shtf-blogs-top-ten-best-guns-for-survival/
Rimfire Arsenal:
http://bisonsurvivalblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/rimfire-arsenal.html
Surging Again:
Remember me talking about "Surging" a couple of weeks ago. Here is another example about surging not working.
During the 1992 riots in California, after the trial of four police officers for violating a citizen's constitutional rights, people tried to immediately buy guns. The gun dealers turned them away because they didn't have the necessary permits and hadn't completed the proper waiting period.
As we get closer and closer to the presidential election, you will see prices and waiting times for delivery of pistol and rifle magazines, semiautomatic rifles and pistols, and ammunition increase. If B. Hussein Obama is elected president, a lot of people will be rushing to place orders for these and many other firearms related items. Just like the winter storm, shelves will be bare, so you have to get in line, now!
You need to make sure you inspect the cans before you buy.
Look on the outside of the can. There should be no major rust. If there is rust make sure it has not eaten a hole in the can. Minor rust can be sprayed with a rust converter paint then painted over. On the inside, check the rubber seals around the inside top of the can. The seal should be present and pliable. If the seal is missing, the ammo can will leak.
Other Information:NRA's Safety Rules and More:
Remember me writing about the NRA's Gun Safety Rules at http://www.nrahq.org/education/guide.asp There is so much more information at that link. You need to go back and read some more of the website.
Recommendations on What to Buy:
Very Small Budget
* M-91 Mosin-Nagant Rifle, 7.62X54R
* 12/20 gauge single shot Shotgun
* Model 10 Smith&Wesson Revolver, .38 special
* 22LR single-shot Rifle
Small Budget
* Lee-Enfield Rifle, .303
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun
* M-65 Taurus .357 magnum Revolver
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, .22LR
Another Small Budget
* SKS Rifle, 7.62X39
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun
* P90 Ruger Pistol, 45ACP
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, .22LR
Medium Budget
* AR-15/M-16 series Olympic Arms Rifle, 5.56
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun with 18 inch rifled slug barrel w/rifle sights and a 28 inch barrel
* 1911A1 Springfield Armory Pistol, 45ACP
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, .22LR
Large Budget
* M1A Springfield Armory Rifle, 7.62 NATO
* 12 gauge Remington 870 Shotgun w/18 inch rifled slug barrel with rifle sights, 28 inch barrel
* 1911A1 Springfield Armory Pistol, 45ACP
* 10/22 Ruger Rifle, 22LR
The above recommendations are firearms picked based on price. You will have to do the research to see if the various guns fit your needs and your budget. Yes, all of the "Very Small Budget" and "Small Budget" recommendations should be/are used guns. You can also buy used guns to reduce you costs for a "Medium Budget" or "Large Budget." Remember your spouse and children will also need guns for protection and hunting.
If I was limited to two guns for protection, I would buy a 357 magnum revolver and a SKS rifle. The .357 revolver would be my carry gun; additionally, the .357 will also shoot .38 special rounds. The SKS is a short and handy, semiautomatic rifle perfect for the suburbs. Some people would substitute a Remington 870 shotgun for the SKS rifle.
These two guns also limit the additional equipment you need to buy. A holster and belt for the revolver, and sling, ammo carrier and stripper clips for the SKS. You will need a cleaning kit and ammo for both weapons.
Many people will recommend having 1,000 cartridges for the rifles and 500 rounds for the handguns. If you are on a limited budget, 250 cartridges for the rifles and 100 rounds for the handguns, I think, would be OK. Remember your threat analysis.
There are some people that have over 10,000 rounds for their rifles, 2500 rounds for their pistols, and around 20,000 cartridges for the 22LR rifles. I assume, their threat analysis includes a possible ammunition ban, civil war/invasion, or other threat requiring lots of ammo.
Other's Opinions:
The Poor Man's Arsenal:
http://thesurvivalistblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/poor-man-survival-arsenal.html
Top Ten Best Guns for Survival:
http://www.shtfblog.com/shtf-blogs-top-ten-best-guns-for-survival/
Rimfire Arsenal:
http://bisonsurvivalblog.blogspot.com/2008/07/rimfire-arsenal.html
Surging Again:
Remember me talking about "Surging" a couple of weeks ago. Here is another example about surging not working.
During the 1992 riots in California, after the trial of four police officers for violating a citizen's constitutional rights, people tried to immediately buy guns. The gun dealers turned them away because they didn't have the necessary permits and hadn't completed the proper waiting period.
As we get closer and closer to the presidential election, you will see prices and waiting times for delivery of pistol and rifle magazines, semiautomatic rifles and pistols, and ammunition increase. If B. Hussein Obama is elected president, a lot of people will be rushing to place orders for these and many other firearms related items. Just like the winter storm, shelves will be bare, so you have to get in line, now!
