A lot of defensive, hunting and SHTF rifles are semi autos. A few bolts actions and some lever actions, too, and every once in a while a pump.
Has anyone out there ever experienced a situation with a bolt action rifle where it was inadequate re: engaging multiple targets/follow-up shots?
I'm just curious, due to the prevalence of AK, AR and SKS rifles out there. I've never been in a combat situation, but I have hunted a lot of deer (including being legally permitted to shoot more than one at a time), and I have NEVER had a problem getting a quick second (or third, or fourth) shot when needed.
About the only real advantage I can find is that you don't need to reload as often.
I understand modern infantry combat doctrine is different- there is some value in being able to throw a lot of lead toward the BG's, even if you don't hit them, it'll make'em keep their heads down.
I also understand that some of us just LIKE the other weapons, and that's more than cool by me- - to each his own.
Anyway, if your story isn't like 30-pages long, I'd like to hear the details of any actual firepower inadequacies you've encountered vis-a-vis a bolt-action rifle that should have been non-issues with a semi.
Has anyone out there ever experienced a situation with a bolt action rifle where it was inadequate re: engaging multiple targets/follow-up shots?
I'm just curious, due to the prevalence of AK, AR and SKS rifles out there. I've never been in a combat situation, but I have hunted a lot of deer (including being legally permitted to shoot more than one at a time), and I have NEVER had a problem getting a quick second (or third, or fourth) shot when needed.
About the only real advantage I can find is that you don't need to reload as often.
I understand modern infantry combat doctrine is different- there is some value in being able to throw a lot of lead toward the BG's, even if you don't hit them, it'll make'em keep their heads down.
I also understand that some of us just LIKE the other weapons, and that's more than cool by me- - to each his own.
Anyway, if your story isn't like 30-pages long, I'd like to hear the details of any actual firepower inadequacies you've encountered vis-a-vis a bolt-action rifle that should have been non-issues with a semi.