If you were about to pick a weapon for CQB and woodland use what would it be?

Question

I need to find one for both uses so i can have the most realizum in things.....

Answer 1

If you are looking for a rifle I would use a M-4 type AR-15 the load for hunting/survival will be different than the home defense load. I would load with Hornady 55gr TAP FPD ammo. It has no over penetration issues as on contact with a hard surface like a wall or item in room it turns to dust. The projectile is made using compressed copper dust and epoxy resins. Then Load 55gr Ball for shooting and smaller game, move up to 77gr loaded for larger animals.

If you seek a pistol I would go with a S&W Revolver in .357mag. I would load and shoot 357mag ammo for both purposes as 357 ammo and 38spc ammo can be shot in the same gun allowing lots of flexibility for all uses. I like a 6 inch barrel for hunting and shooting but for home defense a shorter barrel maybe wanted but the 6 will do the job.

In a shotgun I would say shoot light game loads for home defense if penetration issues are to be avoided. If not shoot once again Hornady TAP ammo in buck shot and Hornady sst slug/sabot rounds for hunting bigger game and shot for light game. I like a Remington 870 pump or a Mossberg 500 type do to low cost, ease of service, and endless combinations these platforms offer a shooter.

Anytime you buy a firearm the first thing that should come to mind if survival is part of the equation is how rare is the ammo my weapon uses and can I buy it anywhere or is a full service gun shop required? If you think it can only be found at a gun shop or super store you don't need or want to have that weapon in the time of need. In rifles 5.56mm/223rem, 30-06, 308, 7.62X39 are the best choices. For Pistols 357/38spc, 9mm, 45, and 40 as a last choice. In shot guns 12 ga is the only option that will shoot 100 yard targets using rifled slugs or sabots and still allow small game hunting.

Answer 2

I'd say my pick would be 4" barreled .357 magnum. That way you can load .38 spcl for self defense/ccw so you don't have to worry about over penetration, or you can load it first two rounds up .38 spcl, two rounds in .357 magnim 125 grain, and last two up full power 158 grain soft points. That would cover all the bases for ccw, and load all 6 with .357 magnum for woodland critters. I shoot 158 grain semi jacketed soft points for the woods and I've taken deer with it easily. As a bear gun, it fits the bill, but won't be a one shot stop unless you get a perfect hit. Plan on shooting till the bear drops, then at least one more for good measure!!

Answer 3

If by "woodland use" you mean medium game hunting, as opposed to survival on small game, then you've posed a tough problem. I'd take my Ruger Redhawk in 41 magnum and handloads to fit the two situations. I don't think they chamber the Redhawk in 41 any more, though. My second choice wouldn't be any easier to come by, a Colt SAA in 44 Spl.

Answer 4

remington 870. hard to miss with a twelve guage at close range, and it'll stop someone in their tracks. an AR-15 would be better for woodland though. it has high capacity and rapid fire rate as well as accuracy and an extended range.