SHTF or EOTWAWKI . Everyone has their own Idea about which rifle. now what do you think, try to go it alone or try to group up 3 or 4 guys with guns isbetter than 1 guy with one gun. I have 2 8 y/o girls & a 2 y/o boy. &a wife. I dont see the kids being able to help defend the home, though I am working on their shooting. Ive talked with my brother about this. Becuase of factors with our houses its been decided to hole up at my house. He brings with him guns, ammo , & the skill & knowledge needed. He Also brings a wife & 2 kids ,One is 18 y/o boy. More mouths to feed, but more workers. This issue is gonna be different for everyone. These threads have really got me thinking. Im working on a windmill in the works, Ive got ammo covered , 357 max & 22lr & 22mag. I know not the best choices ,but its what I have. Ive got water covered. Food & defence. re the biggies.
You need to make yourself familiar with 2 books; "
Molan Labe" by Boston T. Party, and "
Patriots" by James Wesley-Rawles
I own both books and have read each several times. "
Alas Babylon" is just a "
primer" to your original question.