Only one handgun for post apocalypse (hypothetical question)

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  1. Benito said: 03-14-16 21:38
    Quote Originally Posted by ColdGOOSE1974 View Post
    Believe me, I wouldn't settle. I am just sticking to the one handgun rule by the OP.
    Ah, well played technicality, Sir.
    I suppose a pistol = handgun.
    In that case, I retract my Desert Eagle suggestion, and replace it with a full-auto .50 BMG M2HB pistol with a Sig stabilizing brace.
     

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    Gunnar da Wolf said: 03-14-16 22:41
    Quote Originally Posted by usmcvet View Post
    Guys seriously? Lighten up. Have some fun. Enjoy the apocalypse!
    Excellent idea! I retract my 1911 proposal and switch to my 4 5/8" Ruger SBH .44 with a big belt knife and a bag of loading / casting supplies.
    You're terminally unlucky if you manage to break a Ruger.
     

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    ColtSeavers said: 03-14-16 22:55
    Quote Originally Posted by usmcvet View Post
    Guys seriously? Lighten up. Have some fun. Enjoy the apocalypse!
    You are absolutely correct. I took a fun topic and got too serious with it for my own tastes. Apologies to all. I'm out.

    And to ensure that there is no misunderstanding, I do/did not read usmcvet's post as directed towards me, I just feel as though it applies to me if I'm to be honest.

    No hard feelings and enjoy the apocalypse all!
     

  4. cobra246 said: 03-15-16 16:17
    Id use my good ole SA build.

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    TMS951 said: 03-15-16 17:30
    I own my MK23 for occasions just like this ; )
     

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    usmcvet said: 03-15-16 18:13
    Quote Originally Posted by Gunnar da Wolf View Post
    Excellent idea! I retract my 1911 proposal and switch to my 4 5/8" Ruger SBH .44 with a big belt knife and a bag of loading / casting supplies.
    You're terminally unlucky if you manage to break a Ruger.
    I like it! I always wanted to be a Ckwbiy. I always enjoyed watching Cowboy shows with my dad. Matt Dillion and The Rifleman were my favorites. I still catch The Rifleman occasionally on TV.

    Quote Originally Posted by ColtSeavers View Post
    You are absolutely correct. I took a fun topic and got too serious with it for my own tastes. Apologies to all. I'm out.

    And to ensure that there is no misunderstanding, I do/did not read usmcvet's post as directed towards me, I just feel as though it applies to me if I'm to be honest.

    No hard feelings and enjoy the apocalypse all!
    My post wasn't directed at anyone just trying to get us focused on a fun thread and diversion from every day life. =)
    "Real men have always needed to know what time it is so they are at the airfield on time, pumping rounds into savages at the right time, etc. Being able to see such in the dark while light weights were comfy in bed without using a light required luminous material." -Originally Posted by ramairthree
     

  7. jeremy.tankersley said: 03-15-16 21:15
    Quote Originally Posted by Mysteryman View Post
    Finding parts for an auto is far easier than a revolver simply because revolvers are outdated and far less common. The pros of a Ruger revolver are quickly outweighed by the downsides of all revolvers. Heavy, large, complex, and pathetic capacity. Add in difficult reloads, less common calibre(think ammo availability), inability to mount a light or suppressor, inability to install night sights, nowhere near lefty friendly. The need for special tools is a huge negative as is the parts count.

    MM
    You don't get out much huh? Not a single thing on that post is true.

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    Frailer said: 03-15-16 23:21
    That's it. I'm switching to my Ruger Montado.
     

  9. ColdGOOSE1974 said: 03-16-16 16:40
    Quote Originally Posted by Benito View Post
    Ah, well played technicality, Sir.
    I suppose a pistol = handgun.
    In that case, I retract my Desert Eagle suggestion, and replace it with a full-auto .50 BMG M2HB pistol with a Sig stabilizing brace.
    I don't think I could hit the broad side of a barn with that beast.
     

  10. cobra246 said: 03-16-16 16:47
    Quote Originally Posted by ColdGOOSE1974 View Post
    I don't think I could hit the broad side of a barn with that beast.
    Go to your local range and see if they rent guns out...mine does. Either way shooting the DE .50 is rather satisfying actually. It is, contrary to the popular rumor, very accurate and handles well enough for its size and weight.

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