Gun collection

A number of people have asked me this question a number of different ways. So here is my thoughts on the quintessential gun collection that every American should own.

Basics:
Every collection should have the following at a minimum...
A) .22LR Rifle
B) Shotgun
C) Handgun
D) Centerfire Rifle - semiautomatic, external box magazine fed

Medium-level collection:
I think most people would be well served to add...
E) A revolver
F) .22LR pistol
G) Bolt action centerfire rifle

Beyond these items, a more advanced collection would simply include backups to the aforementioned, as well as the gun owner's personal preference of collectibles.Here are some details on each item:

A) .22LR Rifle
Ruger 10/22
Marlin 60
Marlin 795
Remington 597
OK, it is hard to go wrong in this category. There are many others that would also serve well.

B) Shotgun
Pump or semi auto is preferable. Any action will do.
12-gauge, 20-gauge and .410-bore would be your best choices.

C) Handgun
Sig-Saeur, GLOCK, Smith & Wesson (M&P model), and Springfield XD are the makes.
9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP are the calibers.

D) Centerfire Rifle
AR15
AK47 / AK74
SKS
M1 / M1A
M1 Carbine
Mini 14
FAL

Also, get plenty of mags (clips for the M1 and SKS) and ammo.


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