The WORST Guns for the Apocalypse? (Boogaloadouts: Ep. 2)

Published on February 29, 2020
Duration: 21:56

This episode of Boogaloadouts critiques five impractical firearm loadouts for an apocalypse, prioritizing durability, reliability, portability, and effectiveness. Loadouts like the 'PPC' (Mosin-Nagant & Obrez) and 'Rambo' (M60) are dismissed for weight and reliability issues. Older platforms like lever-action rifles, single-action revolvers, the M1 Garand, and M1911 are deemed outdated compared to modern options, while even some seemingly reliable choices like the Hi-Point C9 are noted for their bulk.

Quick Summary

For apocalypse survival, firearms must be durable, reliable, portable, effective, and prolific. Heavy, low-capacity, or unreliable weapons like the Mosin-Nagant, M60, M1 Garand, and M1911 are generally poor choices due to their impracticality in a mobile, high-stakes scenario.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Apocalypse Criteria
  2. 03:06#5 The PPC: Mosin-Nagant & Obrez
  3. 06:46#4 The Rambo: M60 Machine Gun
  4. 11:06#3 Cowboy/Doc Holliday: Lever-Action & SA Revolver
  5. 13:12#2 OK Boomer: M1911 & M1 Garand
  6. 16:52#1 Weeb-aloo: SKS, Hi-Point C9, Katana

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key criteria for selecting firearms for an apocalypse scenario?

The primary criteria for apocalypse firearms are durability, reliability, portability, effectiveness, and prolificness. These factors ensure a firearm can withstand harsh conditions, function when needed, be carried easily, perform its intended task, and have readily available ammunition.

Why is the Mosin-Nagant considered a poor choice for an apocalypse?

The Mosin-Nagant is criticized for its significant weight (around 10 lbs), long barrel (30 inches), and limited 5-round internal magazine capacity, making it cumbersome and less effective for rapid engagement in a survival situation.

What makes the M60 machine gun impractical for a lone survivor?

The M60 machine gun weighs approximately 25 lbs, and carrying sufficient linked ammunition adds another 25 lbs. Its lower reliability compared to modern alternatives and its nature as a crew-served weapon make it impractical for a mobile, individual survivor.

Are older firearm designs like the M1 Garand or M1911 suitable for apocalypse survival?

Generally, no. The M1 Garand is heavy (10 lbs), long (44 inches), and uses an outdated en-bloc clip system. The M1911, while iconic, has low capacity (7-8 rounds) and high weight for its caliber compared to modern handguns.

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