This is the second half of the blog about guns. You will find videos/podcasts, instructions, and other information about the subject for this week.
Videos/Podcasts:
Teach Childern Firearms Safety
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBMioFUxZms
NRA - Learn Gun Safety with Eddie Eagle
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlEBrb_wRYc
Nuke1Show - Gun Safety
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5uxp5KDLGA
limalife - Choosing Your First Handgun: Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RLpiKFWYOU
limalife - Choosing Your First Handgun: Part 2.. Calibers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYexVILFOIE
limalife - Holster Talk Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6id83qgQVic
limalife - Holster Talk Part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46EktyGjfY4
limalife - Holster Talk Part 3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kv-9jjRFutc
limalife - Holster Talk Part 4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1r_JhFl8pM
NRA - The Untold Story of Gun Confiscation After Katrina
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-taU9d26wT4
Survival Podcast - Thoughts on Basic Survival Firearms
http://www.thesurvivalpodcast.com/thoughts-on-basic-survival-firearms
Survival Podcast - Solid Values in Firearms for the Survival Minded
http://www.thesurvivalpodcast.com/solid-values-in-firearms-for-the-survival-minded
Today's Survival Show - Episode 45: Guns on a budget, Shoestring Survivalism
http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=969
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.
You need to make sure you inspect the cans before you buy them.
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, 5.56mm
* 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 a 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.
Others' Opinions
Survivalist Blog - The Poor Man's Arsenal
http://thesurvivalistblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/poor-man-survival-arsenal.html
Sh*t Hit The Fan Blog - Top Ten Best Guns for Survival
http://www.shtfblog.com/shtf-blogs-top-ten-best-guns-for-survival/
Bison Survival Blog- 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.
