Keep a Long Gun in the Trunk? - Page 2

Bill DeShivs · March 16, 2018, 04:10 PM

A bolt through a sturdy piece of metal (floorboard, trunk support, etc.) holding a piece of chain or cable and a combination lock through the trigger guard should prevent theft.
Having a long gun with you is a good idea because you can use it if you are at work, or are forced to stay somewhere because of inclement weather, riots, and the like.

jimsouth · March 18, 2018, 08:20 AM

I always kept a Henry Survival Rifle behind the seat in my truck. I can't give it a super review. It is better than nothing though. I'd say, if it was heavier, it would make a good club.

jimsouth · March 18, 2018, 08:24 AM

I believe Ruger makes a revolver that used the same .30 caliber ammunition as the M1 Carbine. Ruger New Model BlackHawk 30 Carbine
http://www.gunsinternational.com › … › Ruger Revolvers - Blackhawk

Johnny B · March 18, 2018, 11:37 AM

On its face, admittedly not knowing a ton about .30 carbine ballistics, I have to question how that would be advantageous over a .357mag, especially when considering a much shorter barrel and the much wider selection of ammunition.

jimsouth · March 18, 2018, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Johnny B

On its face, admittedly not knowing a ton about .30 carbine ballistics, I have to question how that would be advantageous over a .357mag, especially when considering a much shorter barrel and the much wider selection of ammunition.

I have a .357 Blackhawk & a Firestar .45. Both very dependable. I usually shoot .38s in the Blackhawk. I had a .30 caliber carbine. So so. It is lightweight though, and easy to swing around. I know there was an M2 & and M3 carbine. One full auto & one ( I believe ) designed for infrared.

jimsouth · March 18, 2018, 12:18 PM

Korean War M2 and M3 Carbines
http://www.koreanwaronline.com/arms/m2m3.htm

Johnny B · March 18, 2018, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jimsouth

I have a .357 Blackhawk & a Firestar .45. Both very dependable. I usually shoot .38s in the Blackhawk. I had a .30 caliber carbine. So so. It is lightweight though, and easy to swing around. I know there was an M2 & and M3 carbine. One full auto & one ( I believe ) designed for infrared.

Yes, the M1 Carbine is not without merit. I'm questioning the merit of a revolver chambered in .30 carbine over a much more commonplace, for what I can only assume good reason, revolver chambered in .357mag.

March 16, 2018, 04:10 PM	#26
Bill DeShivs Senior Member Join Date: April 7, 2006 Posts: 10,985	A bolt through a sturdy piece of metal (floorboard, trunk support, etc.) holding a piece of chain or cable and a combination lock through the trigger guard should prevent theft. Having a long gun with you is a good idea because you can use it if you are at work, or are forced to stay somewhere because of inclement weather, riots, and the like. __________________ Bill DeShivs, Master Cutler www.billdeshivs.com

March 18, 2018, 08:20 AM	#27
jimsouth Member Join Date: February 22, 2018 Posts: 77	I always kept a Henry Survival Rifle behind the seat in my truck. I can't give it a super review. It is better than nothing though. I'd say, if it was heavier, it would make a good club.

March 18, 2018, 08:24 AM	#28
jimsouth Member Join Date: February 22, 2018 Posts: 77	I believe Ruger makes a revolver that used the same .30 caliber ammunition as the M1 Carbine. Ruger New Model BlackHawk 30 Carbine http://www.gunsinternational.com › … › Ruger Revolvers - Blackhawk

March 18, 2018, 11:37 AM	#29
Johnny B Member Join Date: March 12, 2018 Location: Eastern Iowa Posts: 21	On its face, admittedly not knowing a ton about .30 carbine ballistics, I have to question how that would be advantageous over a .357mag, especially when considering a much shorter barrel and the much wider selection of ammunition.

March 18, 2018, 12:18 PM	#31
jimsouth Member Join Date: February 22, 2018 Posts: 77	Korean War M2 and M3 Carbines http://www.koreanwaronline.com/arms/m2m3.htm