{"id":448,"date":"2022-10-13T15:04:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T15:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=448"},"modified":"2022-10-13T15:04:00","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T15:04:00","slug":"m1a-too-outdated-for-self-defense-or-best-bug-out-gun-ever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=448","title":{"rendered":"M1A: Too Outdated for Self-Defense, or Best Bug-Out Gun Ever?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"player-inline-wrapper no-margin-top\">\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<iframe class=\"player-inline\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/758473634?h=76f5430ce3&amp;api=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"byline\">By <a class=\"byline-author ajax-home\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/author\/hunt-fish-shoot\/\">Hunt Fish Shoot<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"dropcap\">W<\/span>hat exactly is a \u201cbug-out rifle\u201d? At its core, a bug-out rifle is one that when things go wrong \u2014 terribly wrong\u00a0\u2014 you know you can grab that rifle and be prepared. It could be used to hunt for food, or to defend your life. In a sense, it\u2019s that one rifle that can help you survive a possible apocalypse-type scenario.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture class=\"wp-image-35868\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-as-bug-out-rifle-1.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-as-bug-out-rifle-1-800x450.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-as-bug-out-rifle-1-400x225.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-as-bug-out-rifle-1-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>Looking for the perfect bug-out rifle? With a shorter overall length, the M1A Scout Squad is powerful and easily maneuverable in tight\u00a0quarters.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>But what should you choose? There are plenty of options out there, from something as simple as a bolt-action rifle, to as sophisticated as a cutting-edge AR rifle with all the bells and whistles. It all comes down to what your needs are, your budget, and what best fits those parameters.<\/p>\n<p>For us, we like a heavy-hitting .308 rifle, preferably in a semi-automatic configuration and in a proven design. Also, we\u2019d like it in a reasonably compact and handy package. With those parameters set, we can\u2019t think of anything better than the\u00a0<a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/m1a-scout-squad-worth-the-hype\/\">M1A Scout Squad from Springfield Armory<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-35869\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out-800x510.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out-400x255.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out-768x490.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"893\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out.jpg\" alt=\"shooting from cover when bugging out\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out-800x510.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out-400x255.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-from-cover-when-bugging-out-768x490.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>The heavy hitting .308 round is just what you might need in a bug-out type situation. It is equally suitable for self-defense and putting food on the\u00a0table.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A timeless design inspired by the U.S. Military\u2019s rugged M14 rifle, this robust rifle packs a powerful round capable of taking practically every game animal you\u2019d face here in the continental United States. There is likely not a role the M1A Scout Squad can\u2019t fill well.<\/p>\n<h2>The Premise<\/h2>\n<p>The point of the bug-out rifle might seem simple in concept, but it\u2019s a bit more complex in execution. Think about it. You may have to hunt for food, and\/or defend your life or your family\u2019s life. And you would have to do all this with one rifle. You can\u2019t pack multiple rifles, so you have to select one that can cover all your bases.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-35870\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle-800x533.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle.jpg\" alt=\"M1A bug out rifle\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/M1A-bug-out-rifle-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>The robust action on the M1a rifle can take a lifetime of abuse and keep on operating. In a situation where replacements and repairs might not be available, this is\u00a0important.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With the dual need of potentially having a rifle that is for hunting as well as self-defense, a semi-automatic model makes a lot of sense. And how many \u201cfighting rifles\u201d out there are capable of taking the largest North American game while also being a capable \u2014 and practical\u00a0\u2014 self-defense rifle? Not many.<\/p>\n<h2>A Solution<\/h2>\n<p>With the M1A Scout Squad model, you get a short and handy 18\u201d barrel that combines compact dimensions with still capable ballistic performance. The rifle is offered with either a walnut stock or a lighter black synthetic stock \u2014 the latter is the one we personally picked.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-35871\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out-800x533.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out-400x267.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out.jpg\" alt=\"using the Springfield M1A to bug out\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/using-the-Springfield-M1A-to-bug-out-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>Powerful yet unassuming, the Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad offers excellent firepower and durability in a reasonable\u00a0size.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s an easily handy rifle with the shorter barrel, yet still a good length for the .308 cartridge. Along with the shorter barrel and overall length, it makes this rifle lighter. A light rifle is a must in the hunting woods, whether it\u2019s the mountains or low land brush thickets. With the M1A Scout Squad and its shorter overall length, it can also still defend a home or a building in an \u201cend of days\u201d scenario.<\/p>\n<div class=\"newsletter inline\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: none;\" class=\"logo-tal-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/themes\/thearmorylife\/img\/logo-tal-tm-icon.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Live The Armory Life.<\/strong> The latest content straight to your inbox plus an automatic entry to each of our <a class=\"ajax-giveaways\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/giveaways\/\"><strong>monthly gun\u00a0giveaways!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The M1A has the capability to hold a 5- or 10-round capacity box magazines, or larger 20-round magazines depending on the needs. The muzzle brake of the Scout Squad rounds out the rifle and tames recoil for faster follow-up shots if you need to defend your life.<\/p>\n<h2>Source of the Power<\/h2>\n<p>What you need to take into consideration is in a bug-out-type situation, it\u2019s likely no one is coming to help you. You are your own first responder. The round this rifle shoots, the .308, has proven itself as being very effective for self-defense or hunting. The .308 caliber round packs the punch to stop threats in their track with one shot, or take a game animal with one well-placed vital shot. The ammo is readily available anywhere across the United States and would be far more plentiful than other less-mainstream, more specialized calibers if ammunition became scarce.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-35872\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out-800x617.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out-400x309.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out-768x592.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out.jpg\" alt=\"carrying the M1A while bugging out\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out-800x617.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out-400x309.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/carrying-the-M1A-while-bugging-out-768x592.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>Long range, short range and everything in between, the M1A Scout Squad is up to the task. It can put deer in the freezer and attackers\u00a0down.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Lastly, the robust operating system of the M1a will stand up to a lifetime of abuse and keep on running. The polymer stock of our test model can be abused and still maintain its integrity. Growing up, we had a good friend of our father who served in the Vietnam War and was issued an M14. He praised the M14\u2019s action for its reliability and ability to operate, no matter what the conditions.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full flush\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-35873\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle.jpg.webp 933w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle-533x800.jpg.webp 533w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle-267x400.jpg.webp 267w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle-768x1152.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"933\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle.jpg\" alt=\"packing a bug out rifle\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle.jpg 933w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/packing-a-bug-out-rifle-768x1152.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>If you need a rifle for bug-out purposes, consider how you will carry and pack it. Lashing it to your gear can be a real advantage when moving through rough\u00a0terrain.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>He told us the bolt of the M-14\/M1a could be kicked open or closed if caked with mud and grime after reloading and it would just keep on operating. If this isn\u2019t a testament to its ability to withstand the worst of conditions, I don\u2019t know what is.<\/p>\n<h2>Overlooked Features<\/h2>\n<p>Overall, the M1A platform is a very easy system to operate. In the bug-out scenario where maybe someone else had to pick it up to use it, they could do so easily. The M1A is also a very soft-recoiling weapon. A .308-caliber bolt action rifle can be a lot of recoil for those of smaller stature. However, the M1A Scout Squad\u2019s muzzle brake helps tame this and make it more manageable.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-35874\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario-800x447.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario-400x224.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario-768x430.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"783\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario.jpg\" alt=\"shooting the M1A in a bug out scenario\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario-800x447.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario-400x224.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/shooting-the-M1A-in-a-bug-out-scenario-768x430.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>In a real bug-out situation, you might face a variety of threats including wild animals or human attackers. The M1A hits with authority to keep you and yours\u00a0safe.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Scout Squad has a Picatinny rail mounted forward of the action in the \u201cscout\u201d position, which allows you to mount a scout scope or red dot. This forward mounting location lends itself to faster target acquisition and improved situational awareness.<\/p>\n<p>To make a precision shot with a rifle, it needs a good trigger. The two-stage National Match trigger in the M1A Scout Squad offers the perfect balance between precision and \u201cfield use\u201d practicality. It has a crisp 5-lb. break with no creep, and we found that making hits at 200 yards on 6\u201d plates with iron sights was a breeze with this rifle!<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>A bug-out-type situation is the last thing anyone wants to find themselves in. But, if you prepare, you can succeed. The right gear with the right firearm, like the M1A Scout Squad, will give you the leg up on whatever threat you may face.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-35875\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle-800x640.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle-400x320.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle-768x614.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1120\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle.jpg\" alt=\"perfect bug out rifle\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle-400x320.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/perfect-bug-out-rifle-768x614.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>Especially when outfitted with a 20-round magazine, the M1A can pack some serious\u00a0firepower.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Most importantly, even if you don\u2019t have to defend yourself, in a survival situation you will have to feed yourself through hunting. Well-rounded and ready to defend or hunt, the M1A deserves strong consideration when choosing a bug-out rifle.<\/p>\n<p>I know if I had to pick one rifle to hunt big game as well as protect against human threats, I would pick the M1A Scout Squad. And remember, a bug-out rifle is only as good as its user. Train, prepare and defend.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: Be sure to check out The Armory Life Forum, where you can comment about our daily articles, as well as just talk guns and gear. Click the \u201cGo To Forum Thread\u201d link below to jump in!<\/em><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-forum-thread hide-share\"><span>Join the Discussion<\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"forum-thread-button-wrapper hide-share\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/forum\/threads\/12902\/\">Go to forum thread<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-featured hide-share\"><span>Featured in this video<\/span><\/h5>\n<section class=\"featured hide-share grid-one\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-m1a \" href=\"https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/m1a-series-rifles\/m1a-scout-squad-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-308winchester\">308<sup>WIN<\/sup><\/span><\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AA9122_1200x3061.png\" alt=\"M1A\u2122 Scout Squad Series\"\/>&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>M1A\u2122 <span>Scout Squad Series<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/section>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/m1a-too-outdated-for-self-defense-or-best-bug-out-gun-ever\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Hunt Fish Shoot What exactly is a \u201cbug-out rifle\u201d? At its core, a bug-out rifle is one that when things go wrong \u2014 terribly wrong\u00a0\u2014 you know you can grab that rifle and be prepared. It could be used to hunt for food, or to defend your life. 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