5 guns every American should own

Colt reissue 70 series
3 ARs two Colts 1 S&W
10/22 and Beretta 21A
Remington 870P clone

Python is high on my to do list

agree with most, a mid caliber center fire bolt action is on my personal necessary mine is a Browning A-Bolt II Stainless Stalker 7mm RM and a M1A in case I have to chuck em fast

My list has to include a good 30-06. Do it all hunting cartridge for the lower 48 and a practical long-range defensive cartridge if needed. Also easily loaded for.

.30-.30 lever gun. .30-06 bolt rifle. 44 mag revolver, 12 ga. pump shotgun, .22 rifle & pistol. fwiw

A 22 LR, a 223, and a 30/06 for rifles in any action style you prefer. A 12 gauge pump gun with a bird barrel and a slug barrel. A
45 1911.

Really like that stainless Ruger with synthetic stock. makes sense and the stock looks better than Hardwood Birch. Reminds me of my Ruger American 22 mag. only mine has a bolt. Could do much worse for a survival rimfire in either gun.

#5 should be at the top of your list. There simply is nothing more devastating at close range. I rock with a 9mm semi-automatic and a 12 gauge, but I can only roll with a 12 gauge because I roll my own buckshot loads (steel between #1-0 buck .30 cal) otherwise there are no commercial loads I could handle or tolerate. I got a 10 pellet load that will put just about anything down and with10 chances with one shot to do it. With the recoil no worst than my pocket 9mm. And everywhere I go the blaster will go before the pocket gun does even. I got into the game later in life than most and I only have a handgun because that's what I started out on.

anjlinastone said:

1. 1911 of ur choice
2. 357 mag revolver
3. AR15 or AK47
4. 10/22 or 22lr pistol
5. 12 gauge pump

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Does it have to be 12 gauge? Not a fan of 12. Could think of shotguns I'd prefer over a pump. Pumps are mostly for punching holes in doors, etc. and don't really fit me well, either.

Danny

Good list. I had to think about it since I have cut way back on shooting due to ammo prices

While thinking about the OP, I realized that I only have 2 .357 magnums but multiple .38 specials. Only have 1 1911 and 1 AR. Multiple 12 gauges and . 22s though.

Small group of other semi automatics. Would have liked to add a lever action in .357/.38 special.

Due to wife's health issues no longer any funds for gun purchases. Life has a way of changing priorities. Maybe pick up an occasional magazine, miscellaneous gun parts, or box or two of ammo. Have not been to a gun show in several years. Enjoy your health while you have it.. Things can change in the blink of an eye.

Danny said:

Does it have to be 12 gauge? Not a fan of 12. Could think of shotguns I'd prefer over a pump. Pumps are mostly for punching holes in doors, etc. and don't really fit me well, either.

Danny

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I'd consider a good 20 gauge to be acceptable. But consider that 12 ga ammo is probably more commonly available most places.

Snake45 said:

I'd consider a good 20 gauge to be acceptable. But consider that 12 ga ammo is probably more commonly available most places.

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...and 12 ga. would be the first to go in a shortage scenario which is what happened to the 9mm during the last two shortages. The most popular will be the first to disappear off the shelves!

KIR said:

...and 12 ga. would be the first to go in a shortage scenario which is what happened to the 9mm during the last two shortages. The most popular will be the first to disappear off the shelves!

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It might not be a bad idea to have a 12 & a 20. I had a 20 gauge Mossberg but I sold it long ago. I decided I wanted something else more. Probably should have held on to it.

Snake45 said:

I'd consider a good 20 gauge to be acceptable. But consider that 12 ga ammo is probably more commonly available most places.

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True that...Plus,12Ga buck can be had 25%-50% cheaper than 20Ga buck these days, which is not a small thing to some of us.

True DGW. Stopped at my local Walmart 2 days ago to check on 12 gauge No. 8 shot for some Trap shooting. Just Remington field loads and they were the cheapest at $10.43 Per box!! 2 years back I was getting the same for $6.50. Some at my club reload but Trap seems to be getting to be a rich mans sport lately. My 1100 gets a break more often now!

Yes I do own them. (Plus a few others).

Well certainly have your list covered

CZ75 instead of 1911&44 instead of 357. Twofer 10-22 & 22 pistol.

Huskerfan said:

+1 on a 30 cal rifle or similar

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Dude you don't have a 350 Legend!!! 300EBR!!! Beretta replaced the 1911.

You forgot muzzle Loaders!!!