The perfect backpacker's survival gun?

[Wyatt Burp]

Seems like it could be. This is a Garcia single shot .410. I think they also were 410/.22 combo over and under. This is a fun little gun to shoot. When the extra forward "trigger" is pulled, the barrel rotates for extraction and loading. I think this was made in the early 1970s. I've thought about selling it, but the money I'd get wouldn't compensate at all for not having it anymore, if that makes sense.

 

[surfgun]

All around survival? Glock 10mm.

 

[Wyatt Burp]

Hey... Burp... does that gun break apart or "take-down" in any way?

I have a Ruger 10/22 take-down, in camo... I'll post some pictures later.

I looked the gun up and it's called the Garcia Bronco, and pics do in fact show it broke down. Now I have to go check that out.

 

[wetdog]

There was one that the USAF used. It was .22 Hornet over .410. Found it.
Modern Firearms - M6 US Air Force survival weapon: combination rifle - shotgun (USA)

 

[surfgun]

All around? Not doubtin' ya, friend... but not sure how many small game animals and birds have ever been taken with a Glock 10mm. Will have to look into it....

Fit the AA arms .22 conversion kit.

 

[ColbyBruce]

I owned a AA kit for my two Glock 26 pistols. It did not work reliably on either gun, nor would it work on several others I tried. It did function fine on a neighbor's Glock 27.

 

[surfgun]

I owned a AA kit for my two Glock 26 pistols. It did not work reliably on either gun, nor would it work on several others I tried. It did function fine on a neighbor's Glock 27.

The AA arms conversion works Great on my G20. Sorry to hear about your issues.
But if one is using it to shoot at a bird, it should not be a huge issue if yours is not 100%.
But as a survival arm, if one is dropped in the Pacific Northwest, Siberia, or Africa the power of the 10mm may be more useful against humans or large critters, than just a .22 or .410.

 

[Drm50]

Back to OPs subject: Bronco 22, I had one several years ago.
It was my official coon hunting piece. It came apart in 2 pieces,
stowed in game pocket in back of coat. Was imported at the time
by Garcia. They were fishing reel & rod outfit that got into guns.
At one time they had Sako rifles, Berreta shot guns under their
name. The little Bronco was inexpensive, while not a target rifle
made perfect coon shooter to run around the woods at night
with. I don't care what kind of Glock you got, try shooting out
a coon, 60' in tree, wind blowing the leaves, coon moving around,
Dogs going crazy and poor light. It ain't like shooting at the local
range.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

A 22 would make a good survival gun.
If I really had to shoot to eat, the Ruger 10-22 sounds like a good plan.
10mm Glock? Probably not.

 

[Squarebutt]

No love for Eugene Stoner's AR-7, formerly from Charter Arms, and now made by Henry Rifle? It breaks down into two pieces, the barrel stows in the stock, and it floats should you have one of those unfortunate boating accidents that seem to befall so many forum members.http://dailycaller.com/2013/08/08/gun-test-the-ar-7-survival-gun/

 

[GatorFarmer]

You might want to also look at an inexpensive folding slingshot as a plan B. The Spanish Aitor Jungle King Knives (I have a JKII) have one built into the sheath, and it does work.

Personally, I would look at getting a single shot 12 gauge. They break down easily and you can always shorten the bbl. If you pack a rifled .22 LR insert and a 100rds or so of ammo in addition to some shotgun shells, you ought be set for a while.

 

[Ivan the Butcher]

I had the Bronco in 22, not much for accuracy. I didn't have the 22/410 version, which I heard better things about. I am a BIG fan of the Savage 24 series. My older brother started his real gun shoot life with a 24 in 22/410. My truck gun for many years is the 24-C, a 22/20 gauge with 20" barrels. It travels with a 100 pack of CCI ammo and two 20 round plastic boxes with 5-slugs, 5-No.4 Buck, 5-#7.5 Bird shot, & 5- #4 birdshot. I have it set up for a sling and I have a cleaning kit in the travel box. This is IMHO the best all round survival firearm.

I also have 24's in 30-30/20 and 357 Mag/20. For weight of gun and ammo verses ability I prefer 20 gauges to 12's. However when you leave the all round survival gun and branch off into SHTF and BOB firearms, you are correct in whatever your mind can dream of! Just remember: the odds are that you are just delivering your gear to someone who out survives you! Since I moved into town I need to find a new place to hunker down.

Ivan

 

[Ivan the Butcher]

. Personally, I would look at getting a single shot 12 gauge. They break down easily and you can always shorten the bbl. If you pack a rifled .22 LR insert and a 100rds or so of ammo in addition to some shotgun shells, you ought be set for a while.

I kept a 18.1" cut down Iver Johnson 12 gauge in the broom closet of the camper for years, just in case. Nylon cuff on the buttstock with 5 Federal Premium No. 4 buck shot (27-24 caliber copper plated round ball @ 1300fps). But unless game animals were close small shot just scattered too much.

Ivan

 

[eveled]

My vote would be for any Ruger MKII pistol. Shoots like a rifle, easy to pack, reliable, and most important easy to carry lots of ammo. The little 4inch bull barrel model would be a dandy choice.

2nd pick would be a Henry survival rifle.

 

[kaaskop49]

The OP specified backpacking. Surprised on one has mentioned a coach gun. Takes down to a package no longer than the 18-20" bbls. All kinds of ammo in 12 gauge: slugs, buck, and the skeet/trap/small game loads.

Handguns can be looked upon askance by authorities and other individuals, whether open carried or toted in that backpack (is that considered 'concealed'?). Easier to be in possession of a longarm: the coach gun has no militaristic connotations and is not perceived as threatening, except maybe by a BG.

Kaaskop49
Shield #5103

 

[ClayCow]

Wait. Ccw applies to handguns and rifles doesnt it? Ccw is needed when carrying loaded guns, its not type of guns from what i understand.

 

[shell627]

For years my favorite hiking backpacking gun was a model 63 kit gun.If I wanted to carry a long gun and bears or two legged predators not the issue my savage 24 camper 20 ga 22lr most versatile gun made imho.

 

[Rustyt1953]

Back when I was alive, I toted an AR 7 around campin' an fishin' and other woodsy activities. Great for birds, squirrels, rabbits and such.

I kept a Popeil pocket fisherman in the trunk too. It worked.

 

[Grayfox]

I picked up a used Henry U.S. Survival AR-7 about a year ago. I gave it a minor trigger job which greatly improved it. Even with the rather crude sights it'll shoot quarter sized groups at 25 yards with just about any ammo.
It now has a permanent place in my camping gear.

 

[A10]

For a gun that fits in a backpack, I'd take kaaskops suggestion and go with my 18" stoeger 12 gauge. If I were strapping a gun to the frame I'd seriousl consider an 870.

Regardless, I'd still take one of my handguns. Probably my .45 Blackhawk.