Best Shotgun & Rifle to purchase?

Well if they're hard to find, that's not a huge deal, but limited ammo would probably nix that option...unless you know of a supplier that the other ac doesn't know about..

What does this have to do with the discussion? Promoting another site?


Last Edited by LJS on 05/19/2017 01:11 PM

Sorry, what does 30-30 mean? Thanks!

Make sure you write "For all legal purposes" on your 'reason for permit' part of your NY application..hopefully you'll have a county Judge who's 2nd amendment friendly and you'll get concealed carry.

If you say just for home or property thats the only place you can carry it (trust me I'm in NY)

Anyway while you wait

Mossberg 500 20Ga (But 12 ga is fun too)

Any 30-30 lever action mine is an old Marlin 336 (before Marlin was bought out by Remmy)

Between those two you'll be able to handle any animal on four (or two) legs that you may encounter in NY state!

Now go watch some Hickock45 and take out some two liters!

I wouldn't rule out a 12 gauge (most versatile and effective HD/SD rounds). Many ammo companies make a low recoil or "tactical" buckshot. My former agency used a 14" Rem 870 with low recoil buckshot and the tiniest of female agents could shoot with no problem. Whoever suggested a youth stock was on track, in short and don't like full size stocks. Check out the Hogue L.O.P., is super comfy hard rubber and short pull.

As for rifles, one advantage of a semi auto weapon system is the gas operation mitigates recoil. My short AR-16 with a muzzle brake/comp has no recoil.

A lot of ranges have women only classes, and they may be able to give you some great hand on try outs.

Whatever you chose, practice,practice,practice,practice. CANNOT be stressed enough.

Thank you! Onondaga county, so I'll be lucky if I'm granted a squirt gun lol Yes I've read on a few forums to put down target practice and personal protection. Apparently even people with lawyers aren't able to get CCWs.

Ruger 10/22
Ruger Mini-14.Same round as most ARs without the scary stigma.
Mossberg 500 in 12 GA or 20 for a lighter round.

I have a Browning 243 X-bolt. I LOVE it! It has a very minimal recoil, it has a great design for the shoulder rest too...no ouchies. It's very accurate and has a really good distance capability. But, that's for long range. In the house, I keep a Ruger 357, loaded with Hornady Critical Defence ammo. My daughter has her Smith & Wesson Colt 45 as well. All three shoot very nicely and don't have much for recoil. I'm embarrassed to say that I've also a cheap, pretty much throwaway, Highpoint 9mm...but it is only a back up last resort. I don't recommend it to anyone. It's slide is very stiff, it's not very accurate, and it sometimes jams up. I don't like it at all, but I just can't bring myself to get rid of it. You know, the more the merrier! I hope this helps? No matter what, practice and get to know whatever you choose to purchase VERY well. The last thing you want to do is feel uncomfortable or nervous when it's time to use your new baby.



Last Edited by Lost Lady on 05/19/2017 12:40 PM

Availability is a little better than I expected, yes. Still, if I'm going to recommend a first/only rifle, it's going to be something with reliable domestic ammo production and that virtually anyone can find locally if needed.

30-30 is an ammunition cartridge that's most commonly used in lever action rifles. The Marlin 336 and Winchester 94 are two very popular '30-30s', for example.

Sks would be a great option if you can find one.

Don't forget, for long range shooting, the Earth is flat, so you don't have to worry about the curvature of the...Earth.

Last Edited by LJS on 05/19/2017 01:05 PM

30-30 lever guns are incredible weapons but take some mechanical inclination..

LOL....no worries, I already purchased a FE scope!!

Last Edited by LJS on 05/19/2017 01:05 PM

I can re-build a car and make home made flame throwers...is that mechanical inclination? lol

Great info guys...much appreciated!!!

Just from another woman's point of view, of course. I had shoulder surgery, steel mill has not been nice to me over the years, and was also concerned with recoil. I swear, this 243 is all I've claimed it to be.

Your good to go. Check out an sks they're one of the most highly regarded survival weapons around.

Ruger also makes the mini-30. It uses the cheap and plentiful 7.62x39 ammo--much better for deer than the .223 in mini-14

DON"T put personal protection...thats a one way ticket to a denial. The Judge will think you have someone after you or that you yourself will target somebody...Guys at my local gun shop and local hunting guides (who all have CC's) always told me "For all lawful purposes"...that lets you take it anywhere. good luck Onandaga's tough because of Syracuse... It all depends on who the county Judge is signing off on it.

Honestly, I don't know why .243 isn't more popular among non-hunters. It has a reputation for burning out barrels quickly, but if you want a laser beam, .243 is about as close as you're going to get.

that is why i suggested a lever action rifle

Howdy OP:

MY suggestion,

Find an NRA affiliated shooting range near you, give them a call and ask them if they have an instructor that could show you different rifles and shotguns on the range.

This way you have an expert that knows the weapons and can help you choose what's best for you AND do it at minimal cost before you purchase the weapon.

for later

My Browning 243 does have a clip. And, the X-bolt action is just as quick as a lever action. Seriously, check it out. I'll try sending a link without being banned...

Thanks Lost Lady!

Thanks!!

You cam PM me

You're most welcome! Here is a link...


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