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Originally Posted by docrn
So who's packing what?
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While traveling in your great country I was not allowed to 'pack' so did not. I did take comfort in knowing that most around me were. That is a good thing because your average person is responsible to vote (not always the right way IMO!) and can be called upon if needed.
Now that I am in a land where I can 'pack' so I sometimes do. Presently a 30-30 but I will be getting a gun just for the boat.
It is somewhat risky to travel in certain areas without a gun. In the past, for me, this was due to polar bears which often take an interest in anything different. Nothing like a lone person to look different.
For Polar Bear I used a single shot 12 gauge with a slug. I needed something that would work at extreme temps, like -50c. I often traveled with a Mini-14 which was great fun to use but I would not feel comfortable with it if I was being charged (most are fake but you do not know that at first).
I’ve had a 30-30 since I was a kid so that one is kind of my default fav but now I’m thinking maybe a 30-06.
A single shot shotgun is cheap and very reliable. When I go ashore in bear areas that will do fine. I can also use it to shoot bangers and flares.
On the other hand a 30-06 has a wide range of ammo choice. I am thinking a pump action would be the best all round choice. An M1 would be sweet but that would be heavier and longer. Shorter and lighter is better.
I do not have to decide until next year so until then I’ll be comparing different options and looking for opinions.
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It's a different philosophy, you are right about that, by protecting the minority the majority is protected, because we are more a part of various minority groups than we are any majority. Don't let them get rid of those polka-dot seat covers ...
