I've got an old H&R .22 9 shot top break revolver that has worked well for me over the years. My dad got it used in the late 70s. I use it mostly for shooting blanks while dog training (make sure they don't pop off a bite with gun fire).
^^^^^^This. A .22 may be OK for the lower 48 for the most part, although my minimum for carry in my plane is a 9MM (with .22 conversion kit). You NEED a 12 gauge shotgun in AK with both slugs and shot. Weight will ALWAYS be a consideration, as you will be operating at, near or over gross weight probably all the time.
Yep, get a .22 for fun. If you must have a revolver, an S&W 617 or Ruger Single Six are great, as are many of the others mentioned.
Just an update. I got a Taurus 8 shot .22LR from a family member that didn't want it (score) for the price of nothing. It has satisfied my urge for a 22 revolver. That being said, I don't carry while I work up there so it is a moot point. If I ever get my own plane, the overhead supports will do dual use as an 870 SBR carrier. Thanks for all the suggestions and whatnot over the years. I had forgotten about this thread.
Yes, an older thread but I felt the need to comment. As a couple of poster have mentioned, go bigger than the .22. I am also a pilot, own airplanes, have hunted in several places on this planet and while a .22 has it's uses, it would basically be a camp gun in Alaska. The afore mentioned 12 ga. is one of the best options with the ability to have bird shot and slugs in the same gun.
You might want to research your idea of mounting a gun on the overhead structure before doing so. Anything over your head in a crash is a potential hazard. There are several threads on both Backcountrypilot.org and on Supercubs.org about this very subject as there are several 'REAL' bush pilots that occasionally post along with others that have actual experience and that can give good advice. Good luck on fulfilling your dream! It was my dream also until I was badly hurt in an accident. No more commercial flying for me, but I still fly my 'min-bushplane' for personal use.IMG_20150826_180647869.jpg
I agree that a Shotgun fills the need best. Mossberg makes the "Shockwave" and Remington a 870 version, now for a shorter, more compact, easier to stow, shotgun. I know the OP has a Taurus 22, congrats on a nice gun. Now Ruger makes the LCRX in a 3" barrel, 8 shot 22LR, with a hammer.
Bookmarks