Top 5 Guns For the Modern Homesteader

What would your Top 5 picks be for your Modern homestead?
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[@moorecav213]

1. A glock 19 size pistol 2. A shotgun, 870 or 590 3. AR15 4. 10-22 5. Bolt gun. 308, 270, 30-06

[@ithepatrick]

I feel like all the 5 guns videos end up being this list haha

[@russellbentley8813]

Hits all the correct areas

[@low-keyobserver8539]

I'm surprised the 870 or 500 wasn't mentioned. Home defense barrel, slug barrel and bird barrel would cover most uses in one gun.

[@Kevinj36541]

thanks for saving me time

[@jbloun911]

6. My ex wife?!

[@scaldedape6213]

Homesteading, homeschooling and building a home gym is the way to go these days.

[@GenX-Grampa]

Home gym?? A home range!

[@QuackNz]

@@GenX-Grampaa home everything

[@prepper2711]

Oh my gosh it's so awesome to have Chad back. It was like trying to watch an episode of Rick and Morty but without Rick

[@Goldenwithaleash]

While not a homestead, I did grow up on a farm in rural MI and the gun we used the most was a .22lr bolt action rifle with a 2-7x scope. Hardly a week went by where we didn’t need to shoot some critter or bird getting into something they shouldn’t.

[@Operator8282]

If it was my wild card to pick, I'd have gone for a lever action .45-70. If reloading or purchasing new ammo becomes difficult, you can always go back to the original formula of a hard cast lead bullet, and 70 grains of black powder. You just have to clean it a lot more often. A nice stainless steel version would stop a lot of the inherent corrosion of shooting black powder.

[@tray22]

But primers? I am getting a flintlock lol. Make my own powder, round balls, and flint.

[@investigativeoutcomes9343]

@@tray22 might as well just get a spear.

[@Operator8282]

@@tray22 With a little knowledge of chemistry, you can make your own percussion caps for one. the formula for paper caps could be used, and the existing primers recycled. Eventually they'd wear out, but you could do it for a while.

[@waynebimmel6784]

When Primers and Matches have run out, its time to think about getting a crossbow

[@tray22]

@@waynebimmel6784 already have that box checked. Compound and crossbow.

[@tennesseelockpicking8803]

As a fellow Homesteader most of the other homesteaders that I know doesn't have quite a bit of money to buy expensive firearms so we're more out to buy the more budget-friendly type of firearms that would be great if you could do a video on what is the best budget homesteading firearms for the money

[@HomesteadingPatriot]

Im a college grad and homesteading with the family, budget is important to me. A shotgun is a good versatile tool mossberg 500 or remington 870 are decent at the price point. A 22 is good for small game and pests and the ammo is cheap. Ruger 10/22 is affordable and a decent gun. You can get a 9mm handgun for protection at relatively lower price, Taurus g3c is a good bet. People talk about a big cartridge for hunting, but how likely are you to take that 300+ yard shot in your area? If you want a defensive semi auto rifle, you could do a lot worse than building a Palmetto State AR. You can always check Gunbroker for SKS' still relatively affordable and the ammo is cheaper than 5.56 online right now.

[@JonCabatit]

I wish these guys would have made a more realistic list

[@tennesseelockpicking8803]

@@JonCabatit ya it would have been nice.

[@John5.56]

I mean the video is called top 5, not top budget. If you’re a “homesteader” you should know what you need and what will serve your purpose without some guys on the internet telling you what to get.

[@tennesseelockpicking8803]

@@John5.56 well first of all I didn't ask you Dick and second it's entertaining watching videos especially if you can relate to them. You the type that has nothing better to do that to go through the comments and some how feel obligated to put your unwanted 2 cents in. So you have a great day sir.

[@ccc9139]

My “go to” homestead gun is my factory threaded Ruger 10/22 wearing my Dead Air Mask and a vortex Diamondback 2-7x rimfire scope. Accurate, quiet, and reliable.

[@FXIIBeaver]

That is a squirrel gun. You want a caliber that can defend yourself with stand off distance.

[@ccc9139]

@@FXIIBeaver agreed, which is why I have an AR-15 and 6.5 bolt gun. I see the my 10/22 as a general purpose farm gun.

[@phillipk1258]

@@ccc9139 how do you like that scope? Pros vs a typical 3-9x? Any cons you don’t like? Reticle, etc…

[@ccc9139]

@@phillipk1258 it’s a good quality scope with a fixed 50 yard parallax for rimfire. It is well built and simple. The optic clarity is very good for the price and is the same optics as all the other scopes in the Diamondback line. If you are looking for a simply plinking/ small game scope, the Diamondback is it.

[@timesque9790]

Nice choice

[@justink654]

I would love to see a top 5 worst guns for a certain task with the guns chosen by someone else and y'all having to attempt to justify why it's a good pick for that particular task

[@ulrichvonstomp6031]

Cool idea! Although it could get a little messy! lol!

[@jiggajarjanks]

I agree that would be a funny video

[@MrDERKdude]

That would be hilarious! IV8888 should do this even if it's a short video

[@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595]

Varmint hunting? 50 BMG Bear defense? .22 short Long range/hunting? Hi point carbine. I can see this getting really stupid, really fast and I’m all for it.

[@justink654]

@@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595 22short?! You must be trying to make the bear explode! At least you sub sonic shorts!

[@musclebymike1382]

I like this video.. If SHTF and your at home, there's no need for a bug out bag. If you are away from home and SHTF, well your going to trying a make it home so the bug out bag should be in the vehicle

[@rainstand2772]

I remember Barry mentioned that .22lr converter for an AR platform from an old video, he would be proud 🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@bearpaw9204]

Great Video....and it's nice to see Chad back. Hope everyone is doing well on your end.

[@travischapin886]

Welcome back, Chad. Good seeing you again.

[@nowherespecial6780]

We live here in Maine on an off grid Homestead Homestead 100% solar panel we do have a backup our generator. We do love owr A r's . But the crossman pump has taken out quite a bit herself On the Homestead air gun is a must

[@jamiecollins2117]

I got a shotgun a rifle and a 4wheel drive and a country boy can survive

[@RosaParksWasWyt]

I got a shotgun a rifle and three more rifles and three ak’s and a sks and a bunch of pistols and a 4 wheel drive and a country boy can survive

[@jimwebevstr4128]

That's right when others kids were learning about how to make money I was learning to shoot and live off the land Hank Williams JR.was right when he sang a country boy can survive

[@terrybrown5402]

So original...you come up with that all by yourself?

[@bobertsmaug5583]

They should make a song about that

[@joeg5414]

I'm gonna need my fishing pole too

[@1RCPILOT]

If you’re on a really tight budget. Hi-Point or Taurus makes reliable pistols. Maverick 88 12 GA shotgun. Marlin Model XT,Henry lever action shoots S L LR. Mossbrerg Patriot 308 Win.

[@jeff3784]

Great to see you again Chad! Hope you're doing well!

[@andrewcheff4035]

The big bore air rifle🤔 I might need one of those in my life!! I always learn something from your channel and when I fact check y’all seem right on the money! Thank you

[@charlesmckinley29]

Check out Tom Gaylord’s blog over at Pyramid Air. He has written about airguns for decades.

[@prestonprice3369]

Glad to see you back Chad. Eric, I love ya too of course!

[@austinhughes1924]

I agree with your guy’s ideas. I already have a 12 gauge semi automatic shotgun.A Ruger 10/22 rifle with a scope.And a Ruger .22 revolver. I would eventually would like to have a high powered rifle.And obviously start my own homestead!

[@rongarrett1366]

My list: Mossberg Maverick 88, Mosin-Nagant, Smith&Wesson SD9VE ($300 at my gun store), Palmetto Armory AR15 (can be had for $500), Ruger 10/22 or Marlin 60 (can't go wrong with either one)

[@brandonm3470]

You should do top 5 guns for states that are not firearm friendly (California and New York State) obviously not including NYC

[@originaljpat6942]

Can you maybe update some of the old top 5 videos? I'm sure opinions changed slightly and new offerings. I used to watch them all the time.

[@LOWKEYDANGER]

The difference between conspiracies and truth is about 6 months

[@pprudowe]

I love that ya include airguns... even a good springer does great yard n garden defence and small game without need for a compressor or hand pump. No need to keep only five for a homestead- but thats a great start!

[@andrettski8686]

Absolutely love my Ruger 10/22 Charger pistol, lots of ways to accessorize them and a ton of fun. Very practical. I'm going to have to have an AK with a couple 75 round drums nearby on my list. Always a 12 gauge, Panzer AR12, 10 round mags with a mix of #00 buck and slugs

[@StevenL00]

2:25 HM Defense monobloc upper 12.5'' 4:57 CMMG .22 AR Conversion Kit 6:41 Benelli M3 10:22 Ruger 22 Charger (any decent 22 you can find for a few hundred bucks) 15:21 Glock (G45 shown, but any " _decent_ modern pistol" should do) 19:13 DD5V4 (so AR-10, or a decent hunting rifle that can step into other roles and have good parts availability) 23:57 **Wildcard** AirForce Airguns Texan SS 50 cal

[@RosaParksWasWyt]

I just bought a savage .17 hmr and I love it. It’s incredibly accurate. Can’t wait to start collecting/tanning coyote pelts to make a big blanket

[@raptorman6589]

Watch out that .17 will ruin pelts

[@RosaParksWasWyt]

@@raptorman6589 I heard the 20 gr fmj won’t tear them up as bad

[@ebhsports6251]

Savage makes accurate stuff. Except those Chineseum shotguns they're pedalling as Savage/ Stevens. Makes me shake my head.

[@jeffroberts760]

17 can take a coyote? Wow, such a tiny projectile - I’ve been wondering what people use it for

[@RosaParksWasWyt]

@@jeffroberts760 yeah. And bobcat, groundhogs or hedgehogs or whatever those little mofos are. It’s also super good for rabbit hunting which I plan on doing. It’s extremely flat shooting out to 300 yards and will easily drop a rabbit at that distance

[@briankopp1369]

First time I agreed with nearly nothing you said but that's cool I enjoyed the video

[@muleteam66]

He's ALIVE this is going to be awesome

[@jerrymartin5100]

It's great that you mentioned a 22 rifle besides the Ruger 10-22 or the Marlin model 60, I own the 552 Speedmaster and the Marlin model 25, 25mn, excellent shooters.

[@turto82]

Do one with manual(bolt, lever, ss) firearms, as not everyone can get semi's. Thanks for the continued entertainment.

[@michaelbaumann7562]

For .22 my choice is a marlin 39a not in production anymore but shoot any ammo easy tear down and all metal

[@lokichoki_]

Love my remington 550-1 that shoots 22 L-S-LR. I was very accurate with it and squirrels had no chance

[@jamiehess4211]

Great versatile gun. Picked one up in worn shape for $100 2 years ago. Shoots great.

[@nativewarrior5052]

I've got a Remington 511 that shoots 22, L-S-LR as well accurate and wonderful little 22

[@fwod1867]

Happy Chad is back 😁👍. IV8888 for me is Chad and Eric. Only one of you feels like something is missing

[@bubbaredneck75]

As for a shotgun if there close enough to switch out from a ar to a 12 gauge the sheet has hit the fan. Shell loadout is key in 12 gauge. Bird shot for daily stuff then switch to yer 00 buck hunting rds. Plus you get the pucker factor of racking a shotgun

[@beckderm]

Any firearm your comfortable using is the firearm to use..

[@Kevinj36541]

you're*

[@Sforce68]

My 5 are: Ruger 10/22 Mossberg Maverick 88 12 ga with 20" Accu-choke barrel Glock 17 16" Aero Precision AR-15 in 5.56 18" Aero Precision M5 in .308, or my Remington 700 in .308

[@DG-dk4oi]

Love the V4. I switched recently from a bolt gun and got my first deer with this rifle. Not first deer ever. This V4 is sick

[@linkbond08]

5:58 adjustable 3pos gas system for the win!! I just cut my gas off when I drop my 22 conversion bolt in 😊 And a couple of full power 223 will get most of the lead fouling out. When my silenced gets super dirty, and beat up enough, I buy another Maglite and make a new one, they do last me about 5-10 years.

[@countyman222]

Another great Top 5! I'd love to hear your thoughts on a Top 5 perfect pairs of primary carry pistol/backup carry pistol pair.

[@22640cal]

I used to carry a gun for work... my choice was a G19 on the hip and a 43 on my ankle... same ammo and very close operating parameters

[@furmanmackey5479]

My personal Choices: 1: Marlin "JM" 336 in .30-30 2: Mossberg 500 in 12Ga w/multiple barrels and chokes 3: 4" stainless Taurus in .357 Magnum 4: Marlin Model 60 .22 rifle 5: .22 CO2 rifle for pest control

[@rexromana]

Hmmm... is pick a rugher 10/22, ar15, Remington 870, Remington 751 in 30-06, and a revolver in 357 for versatility. Wild card would be a Hawkins black powder rifle in 50cal

[@usnva5638]

Eric and Chad, could you do the Top 5 Guns for the Modern Homesteader in the more restrictive states, like New York and California?

[@shanesouza4303]

Woo-hoo there's Chad. Welcome back. 🤘😎✌️

[@lmaolmoo4147]

Should of had a black powder muzzle loader on there too. Pretty renewable ammunition.

[@lordjosh9000]

that wild card gave me an idea for a 5 guns video. Top 5 air guns that do not require CO2 or Compressed air. Alternate phrasing Top 5 pump, spring, or break action air guns capable of hunting and/or self defense. I would also be interested in a top 5 air guns for training video. I have gas powered replicas of my carry gun and defense carbine that I use for dry fire and manipulation practice but the rifle is in constant need of repair so knowing which brand of gas blowback airsoft guns hold up best would be very useful information.

[@johncarry5989]

Considering the state of the asset markets atm with a major crash looming, starvation could be rife meaning your homestead could be attacked. Maybe by gangs. So I'd make it a hefty calibre plus anything you can get a big magazine on!

[@JerradAdams]

and the gangs might be on pcp and you need to shoot them repeatedly. which means you need a belt fed.

[@RosaParksWasWyt]

@CLOV4R713 err derrrr bUt Da rUsSIaN bAN MeaNS NErr MeRR 7.62x39 AmmO evEr AGaiN derrrrrrrr

[@FXIIBeaver]

Sounds like an AR15

[@marksether2678]

H.C.A.R.!

[@TheFortunateWaywardSon]

Do a budget version of these videos like a single shot or over under 12 gauge a Taurus g3 that kinda stuff for people who are trying to put this together on a hurry or a budget

[@matthewbaer7924]

1)Aero M4E1 2)Remington 870 3)Glock 19 4)Ruger 10/22 5)Marlin 336

[@fatheroftheclyde]

Solid.

[@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595]

If you’re in a heavily wooded part of the country the 336 makes sense, but everywhere else I would opt for either a .308 in an AR10 or a bolt gun in 30-06, 280AI or 7mm Rem Mag.

[@sgtdarkness1]

On the .22 side, you could also buy the S&W M&P15 which has all the same AR functions as an AR. Love mine and with a decent scope it is also very accurate.

[@kurtisgagnon2726]

Would be cool to see a top 5 on small bore or big bore air rifles if you guys don't already have one or two

[@BigTpetty]

Really enjoyed this one guys! Nice seeing chad around!

[@charlesvanhorn6034]

Awesome video next u should do a video on old school home stead firearms like double barrel shotguns and lever action 30 30 or 45/ 70

[@jamiegriffith9887]

News videos working fine, very helpful the way they are and appreciate it 👍

[@optimusvader7823]

Hello Gun Lovers and Patriots 🔥😎🇺🇸!

[@ytty5183]

Nice to see the band back together 😎

[@calebegelston6543]

Do a poor man's version surplus use old stuff please I'd love seeing what you guys come up with or what your chooses would be

[@majormike1688]

All good choices, but I think I would have a wheel gun in either .357 or .44 mag (could hunt with it or run.44 specials) if I only had one handgun. If two, then a H&R 9-shot .22lr or similar.

[@chuckcafiero4546]

38/357,revolver. single shot 12ga, AR15,223,and a 22 rifle/carbine of choice(10 22 for me

[@PewsNPullStarts]

Glad to see he’s back! I was hoping chad wasn’t gone from the channel

[@joshuapreusser2265]

1) .22LR rifle (Ruger American rimfire would be my pick - 10/22 mags on a bolt-action can be interesting) 2) .223/5.56 rifle (usually cheapest center fire ammo either AR pattern or bolt-action that can use AR mags would be preferable options) 3) 12 or 20 gauge mossberg 500 (12 gauge usually has cheapest ammo options, 20 gauge for those sensitive to recoil) 4) Thompson Center Encore - to permit changing cartridges with the change of a barrel 5) .22 or .25 caliber air rifle wildcard: big bore air rifle or air shotgun - or a multi-cartridge revolver (e.g. Ruger convertible revolvers in .357/9mm, .22LR/.22WMR, .45LC/.45ACP) Parts availability & simplicity of design along with cost/availability of ammunition driving much of the above choices.

[@calholli]

When I think of homesteading, I think of the cheapest, most practical top 5. 1. AR15 - I believe we should all own three different lengths of AR's at least. 2. Ruger 10/22 - I own 2 and I'll probably buy another one. 3. 9mm full sized pistol - Glock, M&P, Walther, CZ, SIG, FN, HK, Canik, Arex 4. 12 gauge - simple pump like a maverick 88 with 8 round tube 5. 308 battle rifle/ DMR - preferably heavy barreled for heavy fire 6. Long barreled bolt in heavy caliber 308/ 6.5Crd/ 30-06/ or bigger Needs to be well scoped and dialed in.. 7. Lever action 30-30 -- Are you really even American if you don't own one?

[@billy1503]

This is exactly what I’m shooting for

[@michaelturk7237]

I'd honestly cut the battle rifle unless it's pulling double duty and replacing both the AR and the bolt gun. No real reason for anti-personnel redundancy if you already have three lengths of AR to choose from, and little practical reason to relegate autoloader designs to animal control or hunting, barring perhaps the occasional pack of boars or moose visit. Rest of the list is solid tho.

[@calholli]

@@michaelturk7237 Yeah.. but I have an AR10 and also a G3 type clone-- and I have to say that I prefer them, and would trade half of my AR's to keep the AR10. It certainly doesn't feel redundant-- they have more capabilities. You can reach farther than an AR and you can handle CQB work better than a bolt gun. It definitely has it's place and is fairly high on my list; that comes from personally experience.

[@michaelturk7237]

@@calholli Fair 'nuff, work with what's best. Related topic: G3 or AR-10? I want a BR but I'd have to pick one.

[@calholli]

@@michaelturk7237 AR10 .. hands down. The G3 is too heavy, the forward charging handle is actually in a bad place IMO, it doesn't have very good rail space.. They at least have the top rail welded on now, so you can put optics on them easy now; you're better off getting an FAL or M1A; or better off- just get an AR10.. I bought a DB10 for $750 some years back, and it's STUPID accurate. It uses the SR25 standard: receiver sets. I've seen them sell on gbroker for $1300 a year ago... So I wish I would have bought 2 or 3 of them while they were still cheap. But even the PSA ar10 is good. M&P 10's used to have 5R rifling barrels and were insanely accurate also -- but IDK if they still make them that way or if they have cut corners now. I usually build my AR15's from parts kits, but I haven't seen many AR10 parts kits, and they also have incompatible standards: Being the Armalite AR10 standard, KAC SR25 standard, and DPMS LR308 standard, also the POF Revolution" has it's own standard; they basically crammed an AR10 into an Ar15 sized rifle. That's a good one to get if you don't mind proprietary parts.. Otherwise, you can get a SCAR, KAC SR25, SIg 716, HK mr762, DD5, Wilson Combat AR10 Ranger,. but those are gonna cost you up to $4k.. You can get an MDR or RFB or Tavor 308, if you like bullpups.. You're better off getting a PSA pa10, Springield Saint 308, M&P10, Rock River LAR8, DB10, or a brand name Armalite AR10... "Nutnfancy has a good AR10 playlist to sift through.

[@jacobdumas3212]

You guys are the only gun channel that gives 22 it's recognition.

[@Chris-liwymi]

Always good to have a chad in a gun video, keep it up

[@johnndavis7647]

Lots of cool ideas have unforseen difficulties. For instance, many 22 conversions are not accurate enough for small game hunting. You may try a half dozen or more types of 22 ammo before you find one that will shoot half-way decent

[@samwilliams1142]

For many homesteaders bugging out is the last resort. When bugging out is the answer it is the only answer.

[@drei.3161]

Yes, the M&P pass the Grand Tumb frozen test. The Glock froze and was unable to fire.

[@rachaelpreston8976]

One more reason for me to be glad I live in Florida!

[@ghostshadow9046]

Homestead gun depends on where you live, in Alaska 30-06 or larger for Brown Bear.

[@ghostshadow9046]

@kevin pierson for large brown bear you need heavier bullet that you will not find loaded in a 308, seen bear absorb 3 220 grain rounds why I said 30-06 or larger, 338 win mag is better.

[@danielcobb2303]

I've heard good things about the 350 legend. Can be chambered in single shot, ar, or bolt actions. And heard they are pretty good for recoil sensitive people.

[@mfallen6894]

I've got an AR upper for 350L and have taken a deer with the round. It's pretty damned decent; ballistics are about the same as a .30-30, and theoretically should be good for medium game out to 150, maybe 175yd with the 180gr'ers without getting into annoying levels of drop-compensation. As far as recoil it's barely any more noticeable than a 77gr 5.56 round. Maybe 50% more, but 50% more of nearly nothing is still small. In a 6lb bolt gun I'd expect it to again be similar to the .30-30. Not sure how the ammo prices are faring these days; I got a few 200rd cases of the 147(?)gr Winchester FMJ for about 43c/rd and got a 200rd case of the 180gr power points for about 65c/rd. If those prices are still holding true (or even within 20-30%) 18mo later (it was well into the 2020 ammo shortage when I bought it) it's still a pretty good deal. I wouldn't use it as a defensive caliber unless it was my only option. Biggest reason being the magazines in the AR platform... They just haven't perfected them yet, they're steel, no anti-tilt followers (though I believe that has to do with it being a straight-wall cartridge, but I'm still used to anti-tilt = better). Maybe that has changed as I've not really bought any since I purchased a few of each mag I could find on the market at the time (which was CMMG, AR Stoner, and some other company that's escaping me) but they were all essentially the same mag. After a lot of tweaking I finally found a buffer weight and spring tension that would cycle it reliably enough for hunting and plinking. Once magpul brings a mag to market I think the 350L is going to take-off like crazy, but the mag situation is the cartridges biggest downside in the AR at the moment. Overall I'm very glad I bought it. It's an easy to shoot round, easy to carry, cheap, and gives me the ability to save my .308, .30-06, .270 etc hunting rounds back for a time where I might not have the luxury of waiting for a close/easy shot. It's a good tool to have.

[@redoak3809]

12 gauge Mossberg pump, Ruger 10/22, Bolt-Action 3:08, semi-auto .223, 9mm handgun

[@elcidcampeador9629]

Glock is a great product if you understand it's place in the market. As you said, it is the Honda Civic of the gun world. Relatively cheap, widely available, pretty much always reliable, and does what it is intended to do. Not the prettiest, not the best performing, but works when you need it.

[@charlesmckinley29]

And parts are available everywhere! Never forget without mags and ammo all you have is and expensive poorly shaped rock or club.

[@DeimosPC]

Glad to see Chad back! You guys are the best duo on YT. I truly believe Chad should make his own channel on homesteading, lanterns and guns lol.

[@spamento]

CHAD!!!! Good to see 'ya again! Missed you brother.

[@timetraveler1973]

walther ppq or similar 12 gauge shotgun (pump) mini14/AR15 platform Bolt preferably 308 or other 2506 and up depending on your reloading capability Bypass the .22 rifle go for the 6 inch revolver with interchangable wheels, 22lr/22mag. (carry it with you while carrying a long gun, or even your 9mm incase squirrel / rabbit meat pops up) Bonus points for a reloading press for shotguns. exra bonus for reloading for bolt gun and shotgun.

[@robertmccann5838]

Lived a long time on a farm with a model 10 s&w, nylon 66, and an 870.

[@bobafettslaundryroom755]

In my opinion not every gun needs to be tactical. That's a lot of money put into the gun that might not be necessary for a homesteaders needs.

[@LonC1966]

The Benjamin Bulldog .357 is a bullpup pcp air rifle capable of punching clear through a deer sized animal.

[@MarcianoJRL]

i got myself an umarex strikepoint pump variable .22 pellet gun for survival stuff like feeding of small game ... i got it with a red dot and a 4x and a sling this is all we need imo

[@randyb3851]

Another HUGE plus about owning my benelli m4 is being able to own a semi automatic long gun without having some atrocious "California Compliant" AR15 style bs . I live in cali and the unneutered benelli m4 (besides telescoping stock) is the absolute best semi automatic gun I could get imo without being neutered, while still being 100% legal to own.

[@hugostiglitz4175]

You should try the MCK Micro Roni too. I have both a shotgun and a G17 Roni. It’s like having a sub semi gun.

[@JoshuaC0rbit]

I would totally recommend a high-powered brake barrel air gun. You can buy an absolute butt ton of pellets and hunt anything in the small game range.

[@joeg5414]

Definitely a good thing to have. Edit-particularly if you're in an area where you worry about shooting a 22 or are in city limits or something. Good one will kill prarie dogs and similar size stuff. We get over run with chipmunks and it's perfect for that. We've shot hundreds of them. They'll destroy vehicles wiring

[@elcidcampeador9629]

You guys are funny. Between that Benelli, that DD, and that thermal optic you are looking at almost 10k in guns alone. Plenty of other things to spend money on with homesteading before having some gucci guns like that.

[@jefflockhart9834]

I actually do want to hear you guys "yap" all day long ... Keep up the good work!

[@walther5027]

Your videos are getting better and more interesting

[@Wazup13579]

For a shotgun i’f day 870 or 500/590. You can buy a basic version of either model and then buy upgrades as you can. Get a 28” modified barrel model. Leter get a slug barrel, after that a 18.5” for defense. I’d also recommend a good quality AR-15 and Glock 19 specifically. 100% parts and ammo compatibility with every law enforcement agency and government entity is a major thing to have.

[@debbiemiller4281]

All these are nice & all but as Eric said you can do it without going "modern". Mossberg Maverick, Glock, M&P 15 sport 2, & Marlin 60, will all do just fine. Ain't got to go big or go home on the ole homestead.

[@Levon0083]

Hey fellas it very good to see you!!!

[@blueridgeocean]

AR 15 w/ the cmmg 22lr bolt carrier conversion near by. (Hogs, fox, coyote, rabbit...) M91/30 (hog, deer, bear, long range coyotes, Mt. Lion) Springfield 1911 gov./M&p shield/ruger 357 revolver (take your pick lol I'll go out with any of em) ("people", bear, snakes) 45/70 gov. Lever action (anything) And any pump action 12 g. Right now I'm loving the mossberg Shockwave. (Anything) That's my current list of weapons I've been gravitating towards for the past few months when necessary.

[@christopherwinfield3755]

I'm glad to see another 5 guns video, but I think the mics get in your way.

[@jaredc5789]

I have a really old 552 that I grew up shooting and it is by far the best 22 ever made. I have all the other guns mentioned so I guess I'm good for homesteading 😂

[@McAppleWar]

Wild card candidate: A drilling. Two guns in one. Extremely versatile. Best choice for shooting whatever you come across in the woods.

[@michaelturk7237]

Sadly much more of an uncommon class nowadays, at least in the sense of ones you or I could afford out of pocket. The ones I see all pop up at $1200+ easy. Not exactly viable for many self-reliant men, to be sure.

[@baneofbanes]

Extremely expensive and rare outside of Europe to boot.

[@JM-fb4kz]

I drove a Honda Civic for 8 yrs. It’s a big compliment.

[@COMMANDandConquer199]

A .22 handgun with rat shot for the snakes around the farm is one of my musts. Other than that a hunting rifle, a rifle to defend your home, a shotgun, and a CCW handgun are the 5 that I would have.

[@99Racker]

How about the Baretta 1301 for the shotgun? Along the lines you talked about with .22s, a common old police revolver with speedloaders and good ammo will do the job. I laugh because most homesteads don't have weapons with suppressors (even though the noise is a great reason for them). Compressed airguns are OK in SOME states.

[@eloiseharbeson2483]

I think a 7.62x39 bolt gun should be on every homesteader's wall. Light, handy, effective to 200m and beyond as well as the most common small arms cartridge on the planet.

[@fourhillsfarm]

Agreed, love the short bolt action. Unfortunately CZ has discontinued theirs and prices have gone thru the roof. My list of 5 definitely contains something in 7.62 x 39, SKS or AK. Definitely smart to stay with the most abundant ammo. My list contains two handguns as well.

[@xtreamar1550]

I hang out in the gun store alot and I tell people all the time , a hipoint on the dresser is better than a glock on layaway... rip Barry 🙏

[@russelder9743]

well said...Barry is still missed

[@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595]

That’s incredibly short sighted considering there’s a lot of quality options in between the $150 meme gun and the $600 Glock.

[@donmyers584]

I’d rather have a sharp stick than the high point I couldn’t get rid of quick enough

[@d.c2837]

I follow bear indipendant he has a great channel when talking about this kind of stuff, pistol, rifle shotgun that's all you need

[@briancowan4318]

Eric & Chad, thanks for the Homesteader gun list, including the Texan. Got a question about logistics, what about multi caliber AR-15's? You know, .223, .300 BLK, .277 WLV, .25-45 Sharps and .357 ARMax. All of those calibers use the .223 casing so Mags, BCG's uppers are all the same, only difference is the barrels, reloading dies, projectiles and powders.

[@panzerabwerkanone]

I'm buying Marlin model 60 .22s for $125 to $150 JM built with LSHO and micro-groove long barrel 19rnd capacity.

[@Dvst8ingbuzz]

Typing at intro… CHAD! Been miss’n ya brother! TriStar makes a conversation 12ga? 🤔 Sounds like a future video 😇 Great job guys, as always. Thanks for all you do!

[@berniestraight126]

Thank you very good. Nice to see you chad take care guys