A Substitute for Your AR | GUNS Magazine Podcast #69 | Presented by Berger Bullets
This podcast episode discusses alternatives to AR-15 style rifles for self-defense, focusing on lever-action and bolt-action firearms. Experts Brent Wheat, Roy Huntington, and Tom McHale explore the practicality, effectiveness, and historical context of these firearms, highlighting calibers like .30-30, .45-70, .44 Magnum, and .357 Magnum. They emphasize that while modern sporting rifles are effective, older designs remain viable options, particularly in scenarios where AR-style platforms might be restricted or less desirable.











