SAFireman
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fits many bills...
Well, having been stuck out at the ranch without another person coming around until someone knew that we were missing got me to thinking...what combination could cover the bases that needed coverin'....
- Shotgun - with assorted shells, you could feed yourself relatively well for a period of time, and leaving it with 00 buck in the tube would handle a rising social problem (with sufficient notice). Also, you can get 12 gauge signal flares if you feel the need.
- Rifle - matched to your handgun - again, you could feed yourself at longer ranges and larger animals if need be, also could be passed to a reliable passenger to provide assistance in the event of a major social malfunction.
-Handgun - up close and personal social equalizer, preferably one small enough to conceal with a loose shirt if need be, also of sufficient size to manage an effective deterrent to interpersonal differences. Also, could be passed to a 3rd person in the event of real social breakdown.
All would need to be recorded for insurance purposes....I hate having anything stolen, but the insurance check should provide some help to replace the goods....a sturdy lockable rack for the long guns is mandatory, and out of sight is top of the list....the handgun could be stored in accordance with local codes and traditions, or could even be your daily CCW piece.
Truck gun budget - Surplus 870 $150, Decent Marlin or Winchester in your favorite caliber $500, Middle of the road wheel gun $350 - your ability to deal with uncertain and unknown circumstances = priceless
I like the way you think SAFireman. The revolver & levergun combo along with an 870 was exactly what I was thinking when I read the original post. Could even swap the 870 out for a coachgun once in a while.
Well, having been stuck out at the ranch without another person coming around until someone knew that we were missing got me to thinking...what combination could cover the bases that needed coverin'....
- Shotgun - with assorted shells, you could feed yourself relatively well for a period of time, and leaving it with 00 buck in the tube would handle a rising social problem (with sufficient notice). Also, you can get 12 gauge signal flares if you feel the need.
- Rifle - matched to your handgun - again, you could feed yourself at longer ranges and larger animals if need be, also could be passed to a reliable passenger to provide assistance in the event of a major social malfunction.
-Handgun - up close and personal social equalizer, preferably one small enough to conceal with a loose shirt if need be, also of sufficient size to manage an effective deterrent to interpersonal differences. Also, could be passed to a 3rd person in the event of real social breakdown.
All would need to be recorded for insurance purposes....I hate having anything stolen, but the insurance check should provide some help to replace the goods....a sturdy lockable rack for the long guns is mandatory, and out of sight is top of the list....the handgun could be stored in accordance with local codes and traditions, or could even be your daily CCW piece.
Truck gun budget - Surplus 870 $150, Decent Marlin or Winchester in your favorite caliber $500, Middle of the road wheel gun $350 - your ability to deal with uncertain and unknown circumstances = priceless
