5 guns every gun owner should have

[Bubbajms]

1. .22LR - Rifle and or pistol - Ruger 10/22 and Colt Cadet Handgun

2. Shotgun - Mossberg 9200 Olympic and Ultra Chinese Pump

3. Lg Caliber Centerfire Pistol - 9mm, .40, .45

4. Back up gun or pocket pistol - J-Frame

5. AR-15 or AK-47 - How about SKS? (I think this category should just be Centerfire Rifle, which could pick up all sorts of stuff..)

 

[modelflyer2003]

I think this subject is best broached using generalities because everyone's needs are different.

1. Some sort large caliber like a 1911 or S&W 357 or Taurus Judge for home defense
2. Medium sized concealed carry gun like a Glock 26, 27, XD or a something similar.
3. Small backup gun for ankle or somewhere else like an LCR/LC9/LCP/Kel-Tec.
4. Shotgun for WROL situation or for hunting
5. Rifle of some sort.

If I could add a 6th I would say it should be a sweet handgun that is considered a Safe Queen to show your buddies. Some guns are just for fun but are redundant.

 

[trapperDave]

the 22, shotgun, ak/ar need back ups too

 

[XMil]

Sort of how I look at it, too. The OP describes a very basic "golf bag" that is missing a driver.

(Side note: I use the "golf club" analogy to explain to my wife why I need so many guns. "Just like you use different clubs for different shots..." Even though she doesn't golf, it's a really easy concept to grasp, and it's even gotten to where she has once asked "Do we have a gun that would be good for _______?" Awesome.)

That's a good analogy, wish I had thought of it!

 

[WC Deer Hunter]

Only (5). I have to sell some guns.

You could always help those of us that are underpowered by donating?

 

[24Carat]

Rem 597 22 mag
Rugar 581 Mini-14
Glock 17
Rem 11 (Browning Auto 5 built in Belgium)
Bolt 30.06

I can't do it! 5 my a$$ !!!

I will always have my 8 3/8" Raging Bull with .454 Casull rounds and 45 LC

 

[bigcraig]

1) AR---It is based on the current platform OUR military uses.
2) 9mm hi-cap handgun---Again, this is the current caliber OUR military uses for handguns.
3) 12ga pump shotgun---Versatile weapon.
4) .22lr pistol or rifle---Doesn't matter which, both are good for taking small game.
5) This is a toss up, IMHO. 1911 in 45acp or a revolver in .357mag.


My $

 

[686 Shooter]

You guys are costing me a lot of money with these "must haves", I don't have a Mosin so can I substitute my Swedish Mauser in 6.5x55?

 

[Fordtough25]

Good list, looks like I need to cut back.

 

[DeadeyeChrista'sdad]

It is a pretty good list, and a pretty good post subject. Gets you to thinking. I almost had all 5 bases covered before that tragic snowmobile falling through the ice incident yesterday out on Reiden lake.

 

[PriestEG]

so do i lose cool points if i have more than whats on your list? will i have to throw them in a river.. o wait, i own no guns

 

[jkirby]

Only five? What's wrong with you, boy?

I didn't mean you should only have 5 guns i just think those are the category of guns every gun owner should have. If its only five i'm gonna have to sell a few of mine. 5 would just be a good start, i'll never say anyone has to many guns.

 

[jkirby]

1. .22LR - Rifle and or pistol (Marlin 25, Marlin 795)

2. Shotgun (Mossberg 500 12 Ga)

3. Lg Caliber Centerfire Pistol (Springfield XD45 Service Model)

4. Back up gun or pocket pistol (IO Inc Hellcat)

5. AR-15 or AK-47 (RRA CAR-15)

6. High Power Rifle (Remi 700 VTR, MN 91/30)

I 100% agree with having a high power long range gun. so maybe it should be 6 guns every gun owner should have in there collection. So i'll add My Mosin Nagant m91/30, 1934 Hex receiver all matching serial numbers , Izhevsk Arsenal markings w/ no second date just 1934

 

[88GT]

You guys are costing me a lot of money with these "must haves", I don't have a Mosin so can I substitute my Swedish Mauser in 6.5x55?

I have the Mosin but would opt for the K-31 anyway. Biggest drawback to the Swiss and Swedes are the ammo scarcity.

 

[88GT]

DP

 

[MrPeabody]

That is a pretty good list. Although I am heavy on the 22LR and need to get a shoot gun. What are the opinions of the Mossberg 590A1 or just the 590?

 

[DoggyDaddy]

I think I'm covered.
1) Mossberg 702 Plinkster
2) Mossberg Model 500 (18.5" bbl)
3) S&W M&P .45
4) Diamondback DB380
5) AR-15, AK-47 and SKS (take your pick)
6) Mosin 91/30

 

[Lammchop93]

My list;

1. Any 1911 variant in .45 acp
2. 12 gauge (870 or 500)
3. AK47 or AR15
4. A Polymer handgun in 9mm
5. Ruger 10/22

 

[jayhawk]

I tend to keep a small collection. I don't have a ton of extra cash to spend on firearms, but I want to own quality stuff. I also tend to buy and sell when I can replace a gun with something that I like more or that fills a need better.

Here's my list so far with intended uses:

HD/EDC/Range shooting - M&P9c
Steel plates/cardboard and general badassery - CZ85 Combat 9mm
Steel groundhogs/loose change and general badassery - Savage 10 PC .308
Flying clay and general badassery - Rem 870

For #5, I wouldn't mind adding an SBR AR in 300 AAC.

 

[Stringtown]

I have 4 of the 5. I still need the AR-15. I like your list.