[Bangman]

I’m not saying I’m against rifles or anything I own two but they are for just basically plinking toys, I can’t think of any self defense scenario that “I“ might get in that I can say I need a rifle I probably can make up a couple that probably would never happen, but better to have them and not need them than to need them and not have them. If something happens inside my home I think I’m more likely to grab my glock or sig mpx because it’s more mobile, I don’t stay in a mansion or anything I can see if something happened like outside, but with that being said I’ve never had a situation to where I even had to draw a weapon or any army background so I’m kind of lost on the topic, just for something to get some feedback to read for the day.

 

[GlockerBill]

I’m not saying I’m against rifles or anything I own two but they are for just basically plinking toys, I can’t think of any self defense scenario that “I“ might get in that I can say I need a rifle I probably can make up a couple that probably would never happen, but better to have them and not need them than to need them and not have them. If something happens inside my home I think I’m more likely to grab my glock or sig mpx because it’s more mobile, I don’t stay in a mansion or anything I can see if something happened like outside, but with that being said I’ve never had a situation to where I even had to draw a weapon or any army background so I’m kind of lost on the topic, just for something to get some feedback to read for the day.

you're stepping on a hornet's nest with that question on this site

 

[slamdunc]

In a world full of ‘what if’s’ it’s always better to have a tool and not need it than to need it and not have it.

I have absolutely no use for a bump-stock or a suppressor, but I’m not a ‘Fudd’ and I believe that if any American wants one, they should be able to spend their hard earned money on one without government permission.

I have an AR-15 issued to me for my job and own a couple more for recreational shooting. I can see many scenarios where this would be a much better choice than my G23.

 

[5Sensify]

 

[pblanc]

Most people can shoot a long gun with much greater accuracy than a pistol at anything beyond near contact range.

 

[246203]

WHAT!! You ALWAYS want and need a rifle or shotgun over a handgun. I can't think of a time where I wouldn't.

 

[ranger1968]

When it comes to shooting people, a decent centerfire rifle is superior to a handgun in every way.

If you are thinking of home defense, a rifle is an excellent tool.

 

[246203]

Handguns are lightweight, portable, and concealable. Other than that, they are useless. Well, there's that cheesy proverb. Handguns are for fighting your way to your rifle.

 

[jtm129]

Because rifles have more power, range and practical [in your hand] accuracy...and a time will come when concealment doesnt.mean under your jacket....it will mean behind a building, door etc and hiding the weapon wont be as valuable as hitting farther and harder.

 

[TNG26]

Yes. Because ballistics, the 2nd amendment and what George Kaplan said

 

[Bangman]

you're stepping on a hornet's nest with that question on this site

These hornets can’t sting me so I guess I’m good lol.

 

[Joshhtn]

My pistol is only used to get me to my rifle...

 

[Eagle54]

Yes!

 

[-JCN-]

I’m not saying I’m against rifles or anything I own two but they are for just basically plinking toys, I can’t think of any self defense scenario that “I“ might get in that I can say I need a rifle I probably can make up a couple that probably would never happen, but better to have them and not need them than to need them and not have them. If something happens inside my home I think I’m more likely to grab my glock or sig mpx because it’s more mobile, I don’t stay in a mansion or anything I can see if something happened like outside, but with that being said I’ve never had a situation to where I even had to draw a weapon or any army background so I’m kind of lost on the topic, just for something to get some feedback to read for the day.

Soft armor is cheap and easy to obtain. Criminals and burglars are wearing them sometimes.

Soft armor stops handgun rounds, even from a PCC (with some exceptions like very light 357 Sig or 10mm rounds).

For 99.9% of self defense my 9mm G19 is fine. But like the other day where there was a criminal being chased by police who ditched their car and was hiding in the neighborhood somewhere...

A suppressed 5.56 Tavor was my home defense choice. In a situation where I have time to get set up with my family and shelter in place, I would want the most capable firearm I own.

 

[Sechott]

You'd be surprised how much easier a frail person can become familiar and accurate with an AR15 especially with a dot sight.

 

[Bangman]

My pistol is only used to get me to my rifle...

So I guess you take your rifle everywhere?

 

[Dave514]

I wonder if the Vietnamese or Afghanis ever thought....I bet pistols would be enough for our resistance?

I didn't think the advantages of a rifle over a pistol were a mystery.

 

[Bangman]

Soft armor is cheap and easy to obtain. Criminals and burglars are wearing them sometimes.

Soft armor stops handgun rounds, even from a PCC (with some exceptions like very light 357 Sig or 10mm rounds).

For 99.9% of self defense my 9mm G19 is fine. But like the other day where there was a criminal being chased by police who ditched their car and was hiding in the neighborhood somewhere...

A suppressed 5.56 Tavor was my home defense choice. In a situation where I have time to get set up with my family and shelter in place, I would want the most capable firearm I own.

Good point on the armor.

 

[Bangman]

I wonder if the Vietnamese or Afghanis ever thought....I bet pistols would be enough for our resistance?

I didn't think the advantages of a rifle over a pistol were a mystery.

I wonder if the Vietnamese or Afghanis ever thought....I bet pistols would be enough for our resistance?

I didn't think the advantages of a rifle over a pistol were a mystery.

I clearly said self defense like carrying places and my sig mpx for home defense not war. I tried to make it as comprehensive as I could but some people still can’t comprehend lol.

 

[syntaxerrorsix]

So I guess you take your rifle everywhere?

Clearly he doesn't or he wouldn't need a pistol to get to it.

A rifle or shotgun trumps a pistol any and all days of the week in regards to power and ease of use. Pistols poke holes. Rifles and shotguns take meat off the bone.