Threeband
The M1 Does My Talking
Why would anyone need more than one shirt?
Why would anyone need more than one gun?
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I've been asking my wife that for years.
Chat-Bot
Disinformation Governor
More than one girlfriend?
Most of the time this question is asked by those who don’t have more than 1 brain cell
KevinK
Ultimate Member
Approves.Sometimes it happens by accident. My “gun problem” started many years ago, initiated by my mental ex-girlfriend, Stacy. It went down like this:
Stacy: Happy anniversary, GnR.
GnR: Stacy, we broke up two months ago.
Stacy: Well, that doesn't mean we can't still go out.
GnR: Well, it does, actually. That's what breaking up is.
Stacy: Well, don't you want to open your present?
GnR: If it's a severed head I'm going to be very upset.
Stacy: Open it.
GnR: (I unwrap it.) What is it?
Stacy: It's a gun rack.
GnR: A gun rack ... yeah, right! I don't even own a gun, let alone many guns that would necessitate an entire rack. What am I gonna do with a gun rack?
The rest is a stormy history of tragic boating accidents … Shwing!
rooster
Rebel looking for a cause
You'll need a .308 to put a deer down.Little bit of a misleading subject.
I’ve been riding/racing motorcycles for decades. At times I’ve had a dozen or more bikes at once. It makes perfect sense to me. A woods bike, a motocross bike, several road race bikes for various classes, a trials bike, a street bike, a long distance bike, a dual sport, etc. They all serve a unique purpose. Surely it’s the same in the gun world.
I’m diving into the shooting hobby - I’m early in my journey from “a guy with some old guns that he got from dad” to... well, I guess I really don’t know yet. I like learning and have been soaking up information from this forum, YouTube, friends, etc. I’m starting to think more about my firearm needs.
I’m finding myself looking at the following categories & options. This is not yet well thought out. Some of this stuff I already own but there are gaps to fill (rationalization!).
* Home defense (inside) - shotgun, handgun
* Home/property defense in a SHTF scenario - semi-auto, decent range, decent stopping power
* Conceal carry - handgun
* Food on the table - .22 for small game, more capable rifle for deer (bolt action because I like it), shotgun.
* “Civil unrest” - semi-auto, decent capacity, decent stopping power
* Fun target shooting/plinking - .22 LR rifles & handgun. Shotgun for clays.
I’d like to hear why you “need” your guns. More accurately, what niche do they fill? What have I left out?
Edit: I’m not really looking for recommendations for purchase just yet. I intentionally didn’t specify which ones I already own so that it doesn’t shape the results. While I do hope to learn a little from the discussion, I’m really just genuinely curious what “needs” others have.
You'll need at least a 44 magnum to stop a grizzly.
or more than one pair of woman's shoes?
- Feb 4, 2013
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Threeband
The M1 Does My Talking
Because the first one won't do... certain stuff.
Dump her.
Duckncover
Member
You dont NEED to wear your seatbelt but its a good idea...just in case.
As many have mentioned above, its an addiction/some guns can fit multiple purposes. A good AR can be used for home defense, SHTF, hunting. A good shotgun with a couple different barrels can do hunting/home defense. A good compact pistol can do home defense/carry. Some guys get two of the same model, one to beat up in practice and one to use when it really matters.
In the end you will probably end up spending a lot of money and time figuring out exactly what you want and exactly what you need. That is part of the fun. You will find your way. Best of luck
As many have mentioned above, its an addiction/some guns can fit multiple purposes. A good AR can be used for home defense, SHTF, hunting. A good shotgun with a couple different barrels can do hunting/home defense. A good compact pistol can do home defense/carry. Some guys get two of the same model, one to beat up in practice and one to use when it really matters.
In the end you will probably end up spending a lot of money and time figuring out exactly what you want and exactly what you need. That is part of the fun. You will find your way. Best of luck
Huck Hound
Member
- Mar 8, 2020
- 84
Little bit of a misleading subject.
I’ve been riding/racing motorcycles for decades. At times I’ve had a dozen or more bikes at once. It makes perfect sense to me. A woods bike, a motocross bike, several road race bikes for various classes, a trials bike, a street bike, a long distance bike, a dual sport, etc. They all serve a unique purpose. Surely it’s the same in the gun world.
I’m diving into the shooting hobby - I’m early in my journey from “a guy with some old guns that he got from dad” to... well, I guess I really don’t know yet. I like learning and have been soaking up information from this forum, YouTube, friends, etc. I’m starting to think more about my firearm needs.
I’m finding myself looking at the following categories & options. This is not yet well thought out. Some of this stuff I already own but there are gaps to fill (rationalization!).
* Home defense (inside) - shotgun, handgun
* Home/property defense in a SHTF scenario - semi-auto, decent range, decent stopping power
* Conceal carry - handgun
* Food on the table - .22 for small game, more capable rifle for deer (bolt action because I like it), shotgun.
* “Civil unrest” - semi-auto, decent capacity, decent stopping power
* Fun target shooting/plinking - .22 LR rifles & handgun. Shotgun for clays.
I’d like to hear why you “need” your guns. More accurately, what niche do they fill? What have I left out?
Edit: I’m not really looking for recommendations for purchase just yet. I intentionally didn’t specify which ones I already own so that it doesn’t shape the results. While I do hope to learn a little from the discussion, I’m really just genuinely curious what “needs” others have.
The basic variety for me can be used in any event. Co2 Bb Pistol, 9mm handgun, 22 Lever action, and a 12 gauge shotgun. All for target, protect and civil unrest. If not enough for civil unrest my goal is to take out at least one person before they get me.
Bullfrog
Ultimate Member
Posting nonproductive comments every 2 minutes to a bunch of dormant threads.... insomnia, or got something to sell tomorrow?
This is a quality problem.
Mr.Blue
Living In A Bizarro World
My minimum required collection would be:
AR in 5.56
12ga pump
.22 rifle
.308 rifle (either bolt action or AR10)
9mm handgun (one that can be concealed)
.45acp handgun (service sized one)
There are plenty of other “like to have”, but I could get by with the above.
AR in 5.56
12ga pump
.22 rifle
.308 rifle (either bolt action or AR10)
9mm handgun (one that can be concealed)
.45acp handgun (service sized one)
There are plenty of other “like to have”, but I could get by with the above.
JBH
I like my 10/22 takedown for my bugout bag
Stoeger 3000 for waterfowl hunting
Franchi Affinity 3 for turkey hunting
Henry 45/70 deer hunting in Straight wall cartridge counties
Savage 220 slug gun for shotgun only counties
Remington 700 in 270 for deer rifle hunts out to 300 yards or so.
Remington 700 in 223/556 for ground hog and predator hunting
CVA Accura for Muzzleloader season
To name a few.
These are some specific purposes that I chose to buy these particular firearms. In general I like to tinker with guns and take them apart and perfectly maintain them. I like how different firearms feel in the hand and feel on the shoulder. How they swing in the field or blind. I try never to get another gun until Im proficient at shooting, take down and reassembly, cleaning. Proper training is also VERY important. Firearm ownership and collecting is a serious pastime that is a lot of fun and rewarding.
I like my 10/22 takedown for my bugout bag
Stoeger 3000 for waterfowl hunting
Franchi Affinity 3 for turkey hunting
Henry 45/70 deer hunting in Straight wall cartridge counties
Savage 220 slug gun for shotgun only counties
Remington 700 in 270 for deer rifle hunts out to 300 yards or so.
Remington 700 in 223/556 for ground hog and predator hunting
CVA Accura for Muzzleloader season
To name a few.
These are some specific purposes that I chose to buy these particular firearms. In general I like to tinker with guns and take them apart and perfectly maintain them. I like how different firearms feel in the hand and feel on the shoulder. How they swing in the field or blind. I try never to get another gun until Im proficient at shooting, take down and reassembly, cleaning. Proper training is also VERY important. Firearm ownership and collecting is a serious pastime that is a lot of fun and rewarding.
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