Hi everyone
I’m a gun owner, I have pistols and a shotgun. I’ve shot rifles and really like the feel of 7.62mm, so I’m leaning towards getting a cheap SKS I could work on. My main purpose would be general range shooting and possible self-defense if stuff gets a lot worse.
I know the actual smart option would be getting a standard AR-15 because they’re so available, ammo is everywhere, and every gunsmith in America knows how to maintain them. But would it be worth it to save up for something like an AK if I’d prefer 7.62?
I think .300 Blackout is a good suggestion too. It’s a 7.62mm bullet you can shoot with AR15 hardware. You just need the proper barrel
You can shoot it through a shorter barrel and it’s easier to suppress with subsonic ammo too. Plus you can play gun Lego with AR15 accessories if you’re into that
Downside is, ammo is more expensive than .223/5.56 but not drastically so. And you could always get a 5.56 upper down the road if you want to switch gears without having to buy a whole new gun.
I’ve been considering a 300 shorty upper for shooting suppressed, but I’m having difficulty justifying it vs an even smaller PCC.
I guess swapping to supers and ammo cost would be the deciding factor. I saw what 300 subs cost and stuck with 9.