|
Since your a survivalist type you will probably want to stock a bit of ammo I guess. The .308 is superior for your applications to the .223, but .308 ammo costs a fortune.
Of course if money isn't a problem, go with the .308, but for a lighter round to carry that is sufficient for deer hunting and cheap to buy and stockpile, it's hard to beat something in a 7.62x39. I think that's the best all around cartridge for SD and hunting at under 200yds when you factor in availability and price. More domesticaly produced hunting ammo is being made each year because the cartridge is becoming more popular for deer hunting. I bought some Remington express soft points for mine recently for less than half the price of a box of .308.
A Saiga in 7.62x39 might be a good choice. Reliable, at least as accurate as a mini (probably more accurate) with plenty of knockdown power for deer and a look that won't draw too much attention in the hunting woods, yet capable of accepting high cap mags. *though they ain't cheap either* But the drawback is a lack of long range capability.
Good luck with whatever you choose.
__________________
When you've got 'em by the balls, their hearts & minds will follow. Semper Fi.
|