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Question: Why not just buy them all?
That's not the question my friend its the answer! As long as you can afford it.
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Question: Why not just buy them all?
In the few short months I've been shooting my handgun, I've come to the realization that if I'm going to be a serious gun nut, I've got to have a decent rifle.
Since I don't hunt, I'd want one with a smaller caliber. I don't want a .22, since we've already got one from my father-in-law, which is fine, but a bit finicky (the gun, not the father-in-law).
My interests in having a rifle would be for (non-competitive) target shooting and home defense. I have a handgun range already set up that could easily be extended out 250-300 ft. for target shooting, even more if I want to work.
I have been doing a lot of online reading on rifles, and everything I read is pointing me towards an AR-15. I've always considered them a bit flashy, but is there a better option out there?
I'm not sure if they were mentioned but the CZ 527 carbines come in .556 and 7.62x39.
Both are great shooting and nice looking carbines.
They use CZ's own magazine and "only" hold 5 rounds or so ...
My biggest issue with the magazines is the cost. They run $30 or more when you see 'em for sale.
Andy
The Marlin 1894C is a beautiful rifle, no doubt. Gotta read some reviews.Get a 38/357 lever action. you can choose what round to shoot to change things up and keep it exciting. put in 357 +p hp for home defense or hunting.
Browning made a copy of the Winchester 92 , they are fine rifles.
Also Uberti makes a copy of the 73 and 92 Winchesters both are or were available in .357 magnum.
Might want to give those a look as well.
Andy
Too bad your such a ways off, else I'd invite you to the range in Albany to try out the mini-14 & a MVP....
That is one sick rifle ("sick" in a super awesome way).
Part of the problem is my personal bias against plastic. I went to a gun store and held a Mossberg MVP and it felt like the toy ray-gun I had when I was eight.
What's wrong with an M2?Anything that starts with M1..........................
I wouldn't use a rifle for home defense.
One shot and your ear drums will probably blow, and your rounds will go through the walls into your neighbors house.
Better off with a pistol caliber carbine or shotgun. But still shooting a 12ga in an enclosed space will not be a pleasant experience.
Pistol carbine in a higher caliber pistol round would be nice.
Look at Aero Survival rifles.
When I say "Home defense" I guess I'm talking about bad guys assaulting my property. If they get in the house, I'm going with the .45 which I keep very close. But if we're in a WROL situation, I want something that can reach out and touch someone before they reach the house.
There was a thread on here about the Beretta CX4. I don't have one of these, nor have I shot one, but it seems to me that it might also be a worthy consideration for someone who needs a rifle for home protection.