I don't know how many took note or were even aware of the scenario that unfolded during the Rodney King / LA riots. It was shown one time on early morning TV and then quickly edited. (I saw it) Readers Digest later published a great article on that event to document what had happened.

As the riots unfolded the Korean merchants, who were not well liked by the local residents, were under siege at their stores. They were involved in ongoing gun battles that lasted close to two days. That one early morning news clip had shown them on their roof tops firing their weapons while involved in the battle. Unknown how many thousands of rounds were expended. They fought off the attackers and defended their lives and property. After the National Guard arrived and forced the Koreans to evacuate, the looters returned and burned the stores to the ground. FACT. Don't think 911 will be available in a time of crisis. You will be on your own for at least a few days.

I sold a few revolvers and now have a couple more long guns in the safe, along with plenty for them to eat....YMMV

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Windham Weaponry SRC 7.62x39mm

Caj.. I have a mini 14 and an AR15. I bought it last summer and just got around to shooting it this christmas time. I used an M16A1 in the service in the 1970s so I know how to shoot them. I didn't really want an AR for a long time because I had used the full auto version in the Army.. why would I want the dumbed down version? Well I finally broke down and bought one as they were on sale and stuck it in the safe. But like a few have said, they are like Leggos for men. I had no idea when I bought it how much the were being customized, accessorized etc. quite a lot of fun actually. So much so that I bought a 2nd one (actually I built it). Now that was fun and rewarding. That said, I have an AK on layaway as everyone should have both. The AR is the American Leggo rifle kit with all kinds off cool optics. And it shoots well too. The AK is the grunt version... a rifle than can't break, in a cool caliber and looks grundgy. So to answer your question originally.. get both. That's what I am in process of doing. I actually had the AK 3 years ago.. never fired it though... I bought it 2 weeks before Sandy Hook. 2 weeks after I sold it.. you might be able to figure out why. Oh and while you are at it pick up an SKS too. They are a blast to shoot and are also unbreakable. Just stick with the original 10 round a magazine and stripper clips. That's how they were designed and how they work best. AS for S&W and ARs.. well they are so modularized I can hardly be brand loyal to S&W. They can't give you anything another Manufacturer can't give you. I can't say the same for revolvers ..(S&W and Colt all the way) But these AR15s.. anyone can make them well.

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Nicest thing about the AR is you can have an upper in 7.62x39 as well (and 6.8, and 300BO and 22lr...). If you are capable of building them the cost is relatively low. And if you aren't build inclined, there are plenty of cheap uppers available all over the place. Base S&W is a good place to start in the AR world.

I guess I am the only one on Earth who prefers a .30 Carbine to any AR or AK.

I just couldn't find a similar picture with an AR. But with the right ammo (SD vs range) selection distance and accuracy shouldn't be an issue. For instance 77gr SMK rounds drop hogs at 250 yards.

In situations like that you don't need the distance of a 3006/308. Of course it helps but you can't see that far. (Distance and obstacles). But to be able to reach out a block or two or at least have someone covered from that far as they approach. Of course I wouldn't turn down a shotgun but the first thing I'd want is something quick handling and with the advantages of reaching out and having 30 rounds vs 5 - 8.

I wouldn't mind the 30 but it's easier and cheaper to find and buy x39 or 556. And both have better penetration through barriers at distances.

I guess it all comes down to what you see happening in a SHTF and your area. I'm my area it's sprawling suburia. Townhouses, mansions, large shopping centers and all dotted by small patches of woods. There's almost no open flat land so there wouldn't be much use for a long range rifle like a bolt action 3006. 308 would be more than enough and in semi auto.

Several years ago thought about getting one for the wife and oldest son..... IMI seems to be producing nice ones (FWIH)...... $600ish ...... but ammo was hard to find and a lot more than it was years ago.

Ended up with Beretta CX4 9mm carbines.........same mags as my 92s .......124gr at 1250-1400fps.....+500fpe.

A lever action 30/30 is on my want list too Walt. I shot my 1st ground hog with one back when I was a young teen. I've always wanted a rifle just like it. Winchester Model 94. Someday...

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Went ahead and pulled the trigger on a C39v2. Shot one and really liked it plus it EATS that cheap steel **** I bought for $259 per thousand..

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