.22 Caliber Semi Auto Rifle
Primary Role: Hunting small game
Secondary role: Training Rifle/ security
Although game is widespread in the north American continent, tracking large game or even hunting one in emergency situation without the comforts of the packed meals in the hunters bag as we enjoy in these days might become extremely scarce. The solution lies in small game, and if you have ever seen what a 5.56 x 45 does to squirrel, you exactly know what I am talking about. .22 cal rifles are quiet, light and the ideal firearm for hunting small game and hence are extremely popular with the prepping community.
The secondary role of the .22 semi cal rifle can be training, shooting is a perishable skill, and .22 cal makes the upkeep of this skill affordable. Also due to almost zero recoil, it is an ideal choice for individuals with smaller frame size to train on. Security aspect of .22 cal draws a lot of heat due to it’s inherent size, but in my opinion within 75 yards, this is an extremely potent system especially on semi auto variants. Sure a .22 cal hit won’t drop a belligerent down, but I bet 10 of these shots would. Due to extremely low recoil follow up shots on a .22 are faster than any other semi auto system. In the right hands, a semi auto version can squeeze 10 rounds within the forehead of human size target at 50 yards. That to me is a pretty nifty secondary security rifle.
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