The zombie apocalypse is happening whether you like it or not. Personally, I can't wait! I've been preparing for years! Stockpiling food, water, tools, and weapons like you wouldn't believe. I have a plan of action and know exactly what I'm going to do when the outbreak happens. However, I seem to be in the minority. Not many people see the need to be prepared. At the same time, everyone wants to know what types of weapons I have stashed... Today, I've decided to assist the people who may want to prepare, but just haven't began to get started and answer my most asked question, "What are the best weapons for a zombie apocalypse?" I'm going to break this into three categories: blunt force, edged, firearm. I'm sure you all guessed this one. A baseball bat is the #1 weapon that comes to mind when beating zombie skulls comes to mind. It's readily available, durable, and easy to wield. One suggestion, go aluminum over wood. Look for one of the older, solid metal ones also. Decent length, but not too heavy. You want to be able to swing it with force and speed. And please, don't try to put spikes or barbed wired on it. That just provides more places for it to get hung up on something. I know many of you Walking Dead fans out there were probably thinking katana, right? Well hear em out for a second. A sawback machete is the perfect edged option for surviving a zombie apocalypse. First off, it can be easily wielded with one hand. Also, it can be used as a weapon and a tool. This is very important! You never know when you will have to get up & move in a hurry & the less you have to carry, the better. You can kill zombies, saw limbs, and chop firewood without batting an eye. I actually struggled the most with my choice of firearm. I'm an avid AK lover, but this time, I had to go with the AR-15. Being that I live in the United States (Merica!) the AR-15 is just more prevalent. There are tons of AKs, but more ARs. In an apocalypse scenario, this makes a difference. I need to be able to easily find a part in the case that one of mine breaks and i need a good supple of ammunition. The AR-15 will also be able to handle living threats if need be. Throw an optic and silencer on there and you have a mighty fine rifle.
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Many people see gun shops as an oasis in a world of over zealous gun control nuts. They are a place where you know others share your love for firearms and understand their need and purpose in our society. The fact is, these places should receive the same attention to detail and observation of safety rules as everywhere else. Safety is the number one concern and should never be taken lightly no matter the setting. I have personally witnessed experienced gun owners do some of the dumbest things when surrounded by hundreds of firearms. That's why today, we will be discussing the proper etiquette in gun shops. 1. Never unholster your weaponA lot of gun shops have signs posted that tell customers to keep their weapons in the holster. Obey them! I know that I carry my guns with a round chambered. For that reason alone, I will not take it out of the holster unless a legit threat is present. Negligent discharges happen to expert and novice alike. Do your part to minimize this and obey the "Keep your pistols holstered" sign. 2. Never sweep anyone... ever!This irritates the shit out of me! I don't care if you are 110% sure that the firearm is clear, do NOT point the muzzle at anyone. This includes yourself. Nothing identifies you as a novice more than pointing a barrel at someone. It makes everyone uncomfortable and that is never a good thing when guns are involved. Even if you want to look down the sights of a firearm, take the time to find a safe, unoccupied area to point the barrel. There usually isn't anyone occupying the ceiling. Try there. 3. Make sure your weapon is clearIf you have to take your firearm in for service or plan on selling it or have any other reason that the shop employees need to look at it, make sure it has no rounds in it at all. I recommend even having it in a case of some kind with the slide locked to the rear or a chamber flag inserted in the chamber. It just goes back to safety. People are much more open to someone that has an understanding of safety and are more relaxed when assisting him. 4. Leave it to the expertsThe gun shop employees deal with all types of people with all types of needs on a daily basis, it's their job. Let them answer your questions and the questions of other customers. You don't want to step on anyone's toes or take the chance of giving false information. Also, if you have a question, ask. Remember, the best ones to answer a gun question are those who handle guns for a living. 5. Be respectfulThis should be common sense. When respect is given, respect is received. Waiting your turn, observing shop rules, asking for permission, and handling products carefully will result in a much more pleasant experience. Also, if you plan on buying an item, an employee may be more willing to negotiate with a customer who is respectful. 6. Do some researchEveryone is not a gun expert, but there are way too many resources out there to know absolutely nothing. At least run a quick google search before you go into a gun shop. You want to have some sense of direction and not give of the impression that you are just wasting time. This will also help with price comparisons if you know what a firearm is going for in your market.
With deer season approaching, I'm sure there are new hunters getting ready to harvest their first big buck. You could be just getting into guns and want to test your skills that you've learned or an experienced shooter looking into trying a new discipline. Either way, knowing the right ammunition to buy and use can seem like a daunting task. Fear not, I'm going to share with you 3 rifle calibers that I have personally used to put down some pretty impressive game. .30-30 WinchesterSome may turn up their noses at this one, but no one can deny that it is a proven game stopper. For a new hunter, this is a great cartridge. It has lighter recoil and will definitely put down a buck at moderate distances. Also, the lever action guns that shoot it are pretty badass if you ask me. .30-06 SpringfieldThe .30-06 Springfield is a favorite of many hunters, old and new. The versatility of this round is amazing. It is capable of taking down any game animal found in America. There are tons of different loads and the ballistics have been proven on the range and in the field. Be warned, with more stopping power, comes more recoil. .308 WinchesterMy personal favorite is the .308 Winchester. Like the .30-06, it began its life as a military cartridge. It is a very accurate cartridge at distance which is why many sniper rifles are chambered in it. The kick isn't that bad either. The variety of loads makes this round a great choice for deer hunting. While there are many other cartridges that will be more than sufficient at taking down a buck, these are the ones that I have personally used and can be found almost anywhere. Of course, there is no "best" caliber to use no matter what anyone tells you. The best cartridge is the one that you can shoot accurately at distance in conditions that are less than perfect. Try a few and see what suits you and your intended purpose. Remember, the placement of the shot is just as important as the caliber of the round. You want to drop your deer as quickly and humanely as possible.
We hear it all the time, "Practice makes perfect," but do we ever think to apply this to our firearms training? Of course classes, courses, and live fire drills are best, but what about when you can't get to the range? The work you put in at home, by yourself can be the difference between mediocre shooting and taking your training to the next level. One method that has been used for years is dry fire practice. It's as simple as firing your empty pistol, but as complex as your imagination and ingenuity can make it. One drill that I have personally used involves an empty pistol and a spent casing. The first thing you'll need of course is your pistol. I suggest practicing with any and all that you think you may use. Now you'll want to clear the pistol to make sure that no ammunition is in it. This may seem like common sense, but trust me! You want to be absolutely sure that there are no rounds in the gun. First lock the slide to the rearward position. If a round is chambered, it should be ejected. Next, press the magazine release to drop the magazine. At this point, the pistol should be clear. Visually inspect to make sure that the magazine is out and you can see straight through the grip. Now, visually and physically inspect the chamber to make sure that no rounds are in the pistol. This next step is EXTREMELY important. Put all your ammunition in a separate room and close the door. Lock it if you need to. There should be no ammunition in the same room as your pistol. Now locate a spent shell casing. Any casing from a previously fired round will do. Take that casing and stand it in the slide of your EMPTY pistol. The objective is to press the trigger without making the casing fall. Once you feel this is too easy, place the casing on the front sight post and try to press the trigger without making the casing fall off. It's a lot more difficult than it may seem. The point of this drill is to minimize jerking, twitching, and other common mistakes people make when anticipating recoil. Remember to control your breathing throughout to drill and keep the trigger pressed until you manually rack the slide and reset it. Of course, if you're successful in performing the drill you will have to remove the casing and replace it each time. When done correctly, this drill can cut down on common mistakes and give you more time to focus on other things when you hit the range. Once again, MAKE SURE THAT YOUR GUN IS EMPTY! I cannot stress that enough. NOTE: In the pictures, I am demonstrating the drill with one hand. This is only because I had to take pictures with the other. You should practice using your normal, two hand grip until you become proficient. After that, practice with only one hand is a good way to further your skills. Use both your strong and off hand.
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AuthorKeep in mind that I am by no means a gun expert. I have had some safety, handling, and shooting training, but nowhere near the amount I feel is needed to claim the "expert" title. With that being said, I am a man that owns a LOT of firearms, knives, and gear! I have been shooting since I could hold a rifle and have even competed in and won a few competitions. The advice and tips that I give are based on personal experience, but are by no means to be taken as law. Please consult a trained, certified professional for all your firearms needs. Enjoy! Archives
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