Day: June 27, 2006

Note From JWR:

I just got off the phone with a long-time friend and SurvivalBlog reader from inside the UN building in New York. He is “covering” the current UN Small Arms Review Conference for us. Ostensibly he is a “note taker” for an un-named NGO. But I suspect his real mission is to see where he can score some cheap AK-47 or maybe a Dragunov the next time he is on an overseas vacation. (Just kidding.) Seriously, I’m looking forward to his reports. His first terse report is that the NRA et al are putting on a spirited protest out front. Meanwhile, …


Letter Re: Advice on Selecting a Battle Rifle

Dear Jim: I was again reading in Boston’s Gun Bible and he was discussing the M1, M1A, and the M14 as excellent candidates for a “Main Battle Rifle” (MBR). Unfortunately, I am pretty much confused on these terms and have a few questions I’d like to ask. 1.) What are the differences between the M1, the M1A, and the M14? 2.) What do you feel are each’s strong and weak points? 3.) Which, if any, do you like as a MBR? 4.) If you don’t care for any of these, what do you recommend for a MBR? Thanks for clearing …


Three Letters Re: Shocking Facts About Wolves, by Steven UP

Jim, It seems the wolf article has stirred up the animal lovers.The article really does describe the northwest Montana area between Trego and Eureka. Every hunter I talk with tells me how the wolves have destroyed the resident elk herd. And, despite hunter pressure of shoot + shovel + shut up the packs are growing. The second point I want to make is if you take one down do not approach and DO not take the cape. Most are [biochip] tagged and the chips are traceable. So if you pop one, just walk away. Lastly I would not worry about …


Odds ‘n Sods:

The New York Times reports: Human-to-Human Infection by Bird Flu Virus Is Confirmed. With this news in mind, it is high time for families to get their logistics ready for an extended period of self-quarantine. Want help planning what you need? First, read my piece on how to survive an influenza pandemic. Next, get a copy of my “big box” preparedness course. Someday, you may be very glad that you did.    o o o The Pre-1899 Specialist just put their hand-picked Model 1893 Oberndorf Mauser rifles on sale, at just $159.95, (With bayonet and scabbard or $144.95 each if …