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It is absolutely disgusting that we should even have to burden ourselves with second guessing our natural instinct of self preservation. My guess is that the vast majority of crime in general is directly related to the lack of serious consequences, and the protection of criminals by the law. If the mob knew there would be consequences for their actions, attacks on decent people would cease quickly. Imo just approaching an armed person in a violent and riot like situation is a deadly threat in itself, because its only a razor thin line between maintaining control and being overwhelmed. They felt emboldened and that there would be no reprecussions (backed by politics/le) and thats why the mob does things like try to grab weapons. Otherwise spray them down before they get close enough to even attempt to grab your weapon. "Rules" that completely go against logic, nature and instict that is hardwired into your brain. Retention is definitely a priority when you are artificially handicapped by unnatural rules of engagement. I never thought of it for someone to grab but instead used it to keep my sling from falling off.
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On my vest, I always keep a carabiner that passes through the sling. I think Mrgunsngears brought it up and something I notice too is that in a SHTF situation where a mob is attacking you, there's a good chance you might lose your weapon to someone running up to snatch it. Overall a very flexible package with few downsides. capable of projectile expansion) out to 300 yards or so. I think it's the better urban/CQB weapon (as that's exactly what it was designed for), and with proper ammo, a 10.3" is still extremely effective (i.e. During isolated civil unrest in which you still have to justify use of force, I'm not sure it'd be much of an advantage.Īssuming we're only talking about situations where you'd need to justify use of force, I'd say a CQBR. If you're talking about the potential for an environment totally devoid of rule of law and the accompanying possibility of legal repercussions, a weapon being more effective at longer range might be useful.
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Not saying I wouldn't still pick a CQBR here as well (I would), but there is definitely a better argument for 14.5". Since "SHTF" could encompass a much wider range of potential situations, I could see more of an argument for the 14.5" and the increased effectiveness at longer distances. You get all the benefits of compact size and ease of maneuvering in a vehicle or other confined space, and you're not really sacrificing anything with the reduced velocity of a shorter barrel because your chances of encountering a situation where you'd be justified in engaging someone beyond, say, 50 yards, is very low. In a situation where society and rule of law are still mostly intact, you're very unlikely to encounter any defense situation where it's justifiable to use lethal force at anything beyond close range meaning the CQBR has basically no downsides. SHTF could mean lots of different things depending on who you ask, and could encompass anything from civil unrest to a natural disaster to total societal break down.įor civil unrest, I would say a CQBR without question. Civil unrest generally implies there is still some form of functioning society and rule of law still exists (or will return). "I just hope people come to realise that what they're ultimately doing is just destroying our own backyard.The only issue I see with the question is that civil unrest and SHTF aren't necessarily the same thing. "It's just very sad to see our own people destroying our own businesses. The numbers are just too overwhelming to pretty much do anything against them," he said. "It's up to them if they want to come and loot your business or not. Surian Yee, the co-owner of a clothing company in Honiara said businesses were powerless to stop looters. The statement asked the Solomon Islands government to take "all necessary measures to strengthen the protection of Chinese enterprises and personnel and safeguard the safety and legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises and citizens". anti-government demonstrations took place, and some local Chinese shops were destroyed, smashed and burned," the warning said. The Chinese Embassy in Honiara has sent out an alert to the community to stay vigilant, not leave their homes unless it is necessary and to stay away from the demonstrations.īusiness owners in the capital were told to suspend all activities. Rioters targeted Prime Minister Sogavare's compound.