Top 5 Practical Guns for PANDEMICS and Everyday Life

Published on January 11, 2020
Duration: 15:17

This video presents a curated list of five practical firearm categories suitable for everyday life and potential emergencies, emphasizing common calibers and modularity. The instructor, Ray Gun, highlights a 9mm handgun (like a Beretta M92FS or Glock) for its ammunition availability and capacity, an AR or AK variant for versatility and commonality, a 12-gauge shotgun for its adaptability, a .22 LR rifle (like the Ruger 10/22) for training and varmint control, and a .308 bolt-action rifle for extended range hunting. The advice prioritizes readily available ammunition, parts interchangeability, and practical application across various scenarios.

Quick Summary

For practical firearms, 9mm handguns are recommended for their shot capacity, while AR-15 or AK variants offer versatility and commonality. A 12-gauge shotgun provides adaptability, and a .22 LR rifle is ideal for training due to low cost and recoil. For extended range hunting, a .308 Winchester bolt-action rifle is suggested.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 5 Practical Guns
  2. 00:28Category 1: 9mm Handgun
  3. 02:11Category 2: AR or AK Variant
  4. 04:52Caliber Discussion: 5.56 vs 7.62x39
  5. 06:46Category 3: Shotgun
  6. 08:00Category 4: .22 LR Rifle
  7. 09:02Category 5: Bolt Action Rifle (.308)
  8. 10:15Short Barrel Rifles (SBRs) Advantage
  9. 13:55Bonus Gun: Colt Canada Upper/Lower
  10. 14:44Support the Channel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best caliber for a practical handgun?

The 9mm caliber is highly recommended for practical handguns. This is because the number of shots you can carry and fire is often more critical than the size of the individual projectile, especially in self-defense or general utility scenarios.

Why are AR-15 and AK variants recommended for practical use?

AR-15 and AK variants are recommended due to their versatility, modularity (especially ARs), and the commonality of their calibers (5.56x45mm/.223 Remington and 7.62x39mm). This ensures ammunition availability and parts interchangeability within a firearm community.

What is the advantage of a .22 LR rifle for training?

A .22 LR rifle, like the Ruger 10/22, is excellent for training because its ammunition is significantly cheaper, it produces less noise and recoil, making it easier and more comfortable for new shooters to learn firearm operation and marksmanship.

What caliber is best for a long-range hunting rifle?

For long-range hunting and dispatching larger game effectively, a .308 Winchester caliber bolt-action rifle is recommended. This caliber provides sufficient power and range to ethically take down game at distances of 300 to 500 yards.

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