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nemesisenforcer
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First off, let me be clear: bugging out is stupid. However, I can conceive of instances where it might be the least bad option available.
To that end, let me offer my humble suggestions as to the solid state analog devices you'll need for your travels:
Rifle: Choices here are plentiful, but all else being equal, I'd take the AK47. Your hunting rifles are powerful and accurate, but lack rapid fire ability, are slow to reload, are typically heavy and your particular choice might be in a relatively rare chambering. The AK has none of these drawbacks. In addition, it is relatively lightweight, handy, and powerful enough for social use. The other choices (AR clones, full size 308 battle rifles, surplus bolt actions, shotguns) have one or more of the drawbacks explored above, with the exception of AR in 223. Although 223 is widely available, the extra punch of a 30 caliber round is definitely worth the trade offs.
Handgun: Glocks, 1911s, Springfields, S&Ws, Berettas, the list of autoloading pistols is long and distinguished. Again, I break with the pack and nominate the humble 357 revolver. Reliable, powerful, accurate, and simple, it has the added benefit of being able to use 38 special ammo, thus doubling (or better) your resupply ability on the road. What it lacks in capacity, it makes up for with its stopping power and proven track record as a man stopper. It's your backup gun anyway, as most of any fighting or shooting will be done with your long gun.
Tools: 2-3 strong knives, crowbar, sturdy hatchet, multitools, small binocs, flashlight, batteries
Clothing: gloves, cold/severe weather jacket, cool-warm weather socks and footwear, sunglasses, head protection, scarf, sleeping bag/pad
Miscellaneous: matches/lighters, lightsticks, first aid kit, duct tape, superglue
To that end, let me offer my humble suggestions as to the solid state analog devices you'll need for your travels:
Rifle: Choices here are plentiful, but all else being equal, I'd take the AK47. Your hunting rifles are powerful and accurate, but lack rapid fire ability, are slow to reload, are typically heavy and your particular choice might be in a relatively rare chambering. The AK has none of these drawbacks. In addition, it is relatively lightweight, handy, and powerful enough for social use. The other choices (AR clones, full size 308 battle rifles, surplus bolt actions, shotguns) have one or more of the drawbacks explored above, with the exception of AR in 223. Although 223 is widely available, the extra punch of a 30 caliber round is definitely worth the trade offs.
Handgun: Glocks, 1911s, Springfields, S&Ws, Berettas, the list of autoloading pistols is long and distinguished. Again, I break with the pack and nominate the humble 357 revolver. Reliable, powerful, accurate, and simple, it has the added benefit of being able to use 38 special ammo, thus doubling (or better) your resupply ability on the road. What it lacks in capacity, it makes up for with its stopping power and proven track record as a man stopper. It's your backup gun anyway, as most of any fighting or shooting will be done with your long gun.
Tools: 2-3 strong knives, crowbar, sturdy hatchet, multitools, small binocs, flashlight, batteries
Clothing: gloves, cold/severe weather jacket, cool-warm weather socks and footwear, sunglasses, head protection, scarf, sleeping bag/pad
Miscellaneous: matches/lighters, lightsticks, first aid kit, duct tape, superglue
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But of course, a lot depends on where you are bugging out to, how long you'll be out, what your surroundings and needs are, as well as a lot of other factors.
Bag would contain all the good fantasy Bug Out Items.
absolutely !!
end of discussion !!
quote:bugging out is stupid.
absolutely !!
end of discussion !!
How about if your hide has been compromised with tear gas and zombies?
quote:Originally posted by USN_Airdale
quote:bugging out is stupid.
absolutely !!
end of discussion !!
How about if your hide has been compromised with tear gas and zombies?
laff my * off !! [:D] [;)]
How many people live in a rock, brick or log home? Bullets go right through the stucco or drywall houses so those places are not really very "safe". Who lives in the city versus living in a rural area? Location, location location as they say in real estate.
So, bugging out IMHO may not be such a dumb option. Even the best laid plans for war changed with the first shot. Each will have to weigh the options, the demands, the problems to overcome and of course the hazards of each option.
COB
Otherwise you are just one of the people in the masses out wandering around with stuff but wondering where to go now.
? otherwise, you'll find an excuse.
I have a bag in each of the rigs that will offer supplies and 'necessities' to enable my family to get back home if they are not here when the Zombie Apocalypse commences.
[;)][^][:D]
I might also be inclined to substitute an SKS for that AK. Stripper clips are lighter than mags and far less bulky. And the SKS has better accuracy than the AK.
Another personal preference is for 44mag over 357 but it's almost a toss up.
And fiery auto crashes
Some will die in hot pursuit
While sifting through my ashes
Some will fall in love with life
And drink it from a fountain
That is pouring like an avalanche
Coming down the mountain