M1A: Too Outdated for Self-Defense, or Best Bug-Out Gun Ever?

[Grayfox]

Ok, I didn't read the entire thread. Most of it was written before I ever got here. But I do get the gist of it.

M1A outdated? Not hardly. Its my favorite rifle.
Bug out? Not likely. Here at home I have food, water, weapons and ammo. The situation has got to be dire indeed if I have to run. Besides, I'm old and not in the best of shape. Bugging out would likely be the end of me.
In the SHTF situation, my rifle choice will be my M1A Scout/Squad for all the reasons already mentioned and simply because I like it best.

https://imgur.com/pypBTP1

 

[Lunar42]

They are the Cadillac of rifles

 

[Belt Fed]

I wouldn't say it's outdated, but if all hell breaks loose i am NOT grabbing mine. too many better options.

 

[Blackfeather]

If all hell breaks out and you did not grab your M14, you will probably be very happy to meet up with a friend that did grab theirs.

 

[KillerFord1977]

I wouldn't say it's outdated, but if all hell breaks loose i am NOT grabbing mine. too many better options.

Yeah, Like the M134, MG42, M1 Abrams, or a M109 Paladin from your collection

 

[Grayfox]

In an urban setting, I'm actually more inclined to grab my M1 Carbine.

 

[KillerFord1977]

Best gun is always the one in your hand at the time you need it.

If I bug out to my country property, I’m taking .308.
Deer, pigs, large livestock, distance, etc …

If I stay in town, 5.56… no deer around. Only 2 legged to contend with

 

[3L120]

In an urban setting, I'm actually more inclined to grab my M1 Carbine.

Carried both a M-2 carbine and M-16 in the Nam. Preferred the M-2. Never jammed, accurate to as far out as I needed it to.

 

[Blackfeather]

Overkill is highly underrated, especially in a SHTF situation.

 

[Talyn]

Everyone has to figure out what works for them, and what is suited for their AOPs.

 

[Blackfeather]

FAL: Too Outdated for Self-Defense, or Best Bug-Out Gun Ever?​

 

[Lunar42]

I shot my m1a scout the other day at my 165 yd range.
I have 5 metal plates hanging.
I have a 1moa RMR on scout rail that allows rapid both eyes open accurate target engagement.
I can hit all five targets so they never stop swinging.
The 308 hits so dam hard compared to 556 and I know it will shoot through car doors and concrete too.
It’s low recoil, silky smooth action and shotgun point ability makes any good shooter feel invincible.
I still like the portability of a light little ar15 but I would never want to face off against a man with an m1.

 

[KillerFord1977]

FAL: Too Outdated for Self-Defense, or Best Bug-Out Gun Ever?​

Here’s my answer:

 

[Talyn]

 

[Belt Fed]

My go to gun

 

[KillerFord1977]

My go to gun

I’m proud of you for coming out

 

[Talyn]

My go to gun

 

[Lunar42]

We all seem to have an art ar these days

 

[Blackfeather]

My go to .308 gun.

 

[Talyn]

BTW - My FALs are neither my best self-defense or bug-out guns.