What rifle and why in a combat situation? - Page 9

mwatson · 05-29-2008, 08:22 AM

I have a mini-14, AR15, and my 870 12 gauge. Sidearms are Sig 226 in 9mm, and Glock 23 in 40 cal. I plan on staying at the home if shtf, because I cannot carry all the supplies I need.
Mike

Recon 173 · 06-02-2008, 02:21 AM

I chose the M-14 family of rifles because I got to use a XM-21 sniper rifle over in Viet Nam. The XM-21 was a fancy M-14 with scope and kiln dried stock. I was a sniper for my last 7 months over there and my rifle bagged a number of bad guys and this pig. Dropped the pig with one shot. I love the M-14 family of rifles over the M-16 rifles. I'd go back into combat in a heartbeat with a good M-14 type rifle. They are just so much more effective.

Mitchell · 06-06-2008, 12:06 AM

Barrett Rec-7. Gas-piston operating system, 6.8 spc caliber. All the strengths of the AR platform. None of the weaknesses.

GlockMeister · 06-06-2008, 12:22 AM

I'd want to have an AR with me. 30 rounds and accurate out to about 500yds.

ArkansasHunter · 06-06-2008, 12:27 AM

AR-15 for me.

egef · 06-09-2008, 01:43 PM

I'd chose the M1 Garand over the AR because they are easy to clean both have been battle tested and I think the Garand holds out better for my choices.

The only thing I don't like is the eight round clip

LarryO1970 · 06-09-2008, 02:30 PM

up close and personal, M4 ... at distance... M14.

RMTactical · 06-10-2008, 11:36 AM

M4 style AR15 for me. They work well and I have the most training and experience with them (in part because I prefer them)...

punkndisorderly · 07-04-2008, 02:30 PM

A2 version of the AR-15 for me or perhaps a flat top with an ACOG. AK's have just never impressed me in the accuracy department. Usually the groups are at least two to three times as big as an AR at the same ranges. The 6.8 SPC cartridge really interests me, but until I can actually hope to find ammo somewhere other than the internet, I'll pass.

I never had a problem with mine, inside or out of the military, that couldn't be traced directly to old beat up magazines. Granted, I was never deployed.

YugoM59/66 · 07-10-2008, 04:52 PM

i dont care what you guys say about the m4/m16. i know it, i love it, i trust it with my life. it's proven its worth to me and i'm sticking to my guns(litterally). Everybody makes valid points and i am a huge fan of every rifle(for the most part) for different situations but overall i would pick my m4, given the fact i had unlimited cleaning gear and time to clean(yes, i just admitted it but wont say it)

Logante · 07-26-2008, 09:23 PM

Personally I would love My AR15 for s SHTF senario, but right now I am gathering funds for an AK.

I purchased an SKS due to the low cost of ammunition compared to my AR15. 5.56x45 Nato is way more expensive than 7.62x39.

A recent trip to the range showed me the effectiveness with proper setup (Scope / underfolding stock) While the underfolding stock is a pain to use it is easier to conceal under a jacket, and ammo is extremely cheap compared to my AR.

Probly just me but I cant hit my mark with my ar, my brother does fine with my iron sights but I dont know the proper way to use them I guess!

Also the AK I am trying to get uses the same ammo as my SKS which is my favorite weapon over any of my hunting rifles!

Ermac · 07-28-2008, 01:36 AM

An AK of course

View Poll Results: Which do you select in combat and bet your life with?
AR15, M16 varient	60	32.61%
AK47, AK74	54	29.35%
Mini-14	8	4.35%
M14	46	25.00%
M1 Garand	15	8.15%
M1 Carbine	5	2.72%
G3, FAL	24	13.04%
...others not mentioned	20	10.87%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 184. You may not vote on this poll

05-29-2008, 08:22 AM	#161
mwatson Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rogers, Arkansas Posts: 236	I have a mini-14, AR15, and my 870 12 gauge. Sidearms are Sig 226 in 9mm, and Glock 23 in 40 cal. I plan on staying at the home if shtf, because I cannot carry all the supplies I need. Mike __________________ ..............................HOWDY

06-06-2008, 12:22 AM	#164
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,513	I'd want to have an AR with me. 30 rounds and accurate out to about 500yds. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

06-09-2008, 02:30 PM	#167
LarryO1970 "Blazing Saddles" GOV Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Johnson Creek, WI Posts: 2,882	up close and personal, M4 ... at distance... M14. __________________ "Guess what?! I've got a fever, and the only prescription... is more cowbell!"

06-10-2008, 11:36 AM	#168
RMTactical Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Rocky Mountains Posts: 173	M4 style AR15 for me. They work well and I have the most training and experience with them (in part because I prefer them)... __________________ rockymountaintactical.net

06-06-2008, 12:06 AM	#163
Mitchell Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Essex, Iowa Posts: 56	Barrett Rec-7. Gas-piston operating system, 6.8 spc caliber. All the strengths of the AR platform. None of the weaknesses.

06-06-2008, 12:27 AM	#165
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,722	AR-15 for me.

06-09-2008, 01:43 PM	#166
egef Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 49 Blog Entries: 1	I'd chose the M1 Garand over the AR because they are easy to clean both have been battle tested and I think the Garand holds out better for my choices. The only thing I don't like is the eight round clip

07-04-2008, 02:30 PM	#169
punkndisorderly Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 144	A2 version of the AR-15 for me or perhaps a flat top with an ACOG. AK's have just never impressed me in the accuracy department. Usually the groups are at least two to three times as big as an AR at the same ranges. The 6.8 SPC cartridge really interests me, but until I can actually hope to find ammo somewhere other than the internet, I'll pass. I never had a problem with mine, inside or out of the military, that couldn't be traced directly to old beat up magazines. Granted, I was never deployed.

07-10-2008, 04:52 PM	#170
YugoM59/66 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 139	i dont care what you guys say about the m4/m16. i know it, i love it, i trust it with my life. it's proven its worth to me and i'm sticking to my guns(litterally). Everybody makes valid points and i am a huge fan of every rifle(for the most part) for different situations but overall i would pick my m4, given the fact i had unlimited cleaning gear and time to clean(yes, i just admitted it but wont say it) __________________ "Freedom is not free, but the U.S. Marine Corps will pay most of your share." Ned Dolan

07-26-2008, 09:23 PM	#171
Logante Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	Personally I would love My AR15 for s SHTF senario, but right now I am gathering funds for an AK. I purchased an SKS due to the low cost of ammunition compared to my AR15. 5.56x45 Nato is way more expensive than 7.62x39. A recent trip to the range showed me the effectiveness with proper setup (Scope / underfolding stock) While the underfolding stock is a pain to use it is easier to conceal under a jacket, and ammo is extremely cheap compared to my AR. Probly just me but I cant hit my mark with my ar, my brother does fine with my iron sights but I dont know the proper way to use them I guess! Also the AK I am trying to get uses the same ammo as my SKS which is my favorite weapon over any of my hunting rifles! Last edited by Logante; 07-26-2008 at 09:27 PM.

07-28-2008, 01:36 AM	#172
Ermac Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 54	An AK of course