Not sure if anyone has looked at these, but I find them really cool. I started looking at the Ruger .22, the saw the Henry AR-7, which is very James Bond like, the barrel etc is stored in the stock! But in thinking some more, I am not sure I really want a .22. I do want a light gun, bad rotator, and then came across the Keltec sub 2000. Will take regular 9mm, more stopping power, not much larger or weight than the .22s. I don't know about it's reliability vs. Ruger and Henry though. If anyone has experience would appreciate you chiming in.
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Takedown rifles
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Golddiggie
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I don't have anything from Keltec, and have heard mixed things about their Sub2k line. IIRC, the latest (gen 3) is OK (at best).
I will say that my 10/22 Takedown with the Magpul stock is wicked pissah. The Magpul stock is a LOT better than what came as the original from Ruger in pretty much every way. Especially how the barrel section nests into the stock section. Making it easier to move around. No more need for a dedicated bag (even though it came with one).
Personally, I think the Ruger would be a better option than the Keltec. Other's have mentioned how a lot of their designs look like the results of taking part of a massive amount of cocaine, along with other things. Might be James Reeves that said it. Pretty sure that Brandon Herrera has made similar (if not the same) comments about most of their stuff.
I would look to see how the item either collapses, or stock choices available (especially after market) before pulling the trigger. For a messed up shoulder, you're probably better off getting something like a roller delayed action on a 9mm carbine type rifle. Or something that you can take steps to reduce felt recoil to your shoulder.
I will say that my 10/22 Takedown with the Magpul stock is wicked pissah. The Magpul stock is a LOT better than what came as the original from Ruger in pretty much every way. Especially how the barrel section nests into the stock section. Making it easier to move around. No more need for a dedicated bag (even though it came with one).
Personally, I think the Ruger would be a better option than the Keltec. Other's have mentioned how a lot of their designs look like the results of taking part of a massive amount of cocaine, along with other things. Might be James Reeves that said it. Pretty sure that Brandon Herrera has made similar (if not the same) comments about most of their stuff.
I would look to see how the item either collapses, or stock choices available (especially after market) before pulling the trigger. For a messed up shoulder, you're probably better off getting something like a roller delayed action on a 9mm carbine type rifle. Or something that you can take steps to reduce felt recoil to your shoulder.
Nightshift
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Ruger Backpacker
Shoots soft
Can take Glock mags
Lots of aftermarket upgrades if you like
Shoots soft
Can take Glock mags
Lots of aftermarket upgrades if you like
Keltec S2K is fine. Might look like Florida Man melted some happy meal plastic toys to build it but when it comes down to reliability, it's built for business. That said, my preferred take down now is a 300 BLACKED riffle-pistol. Screw a can on her o lawdy she hisses rounds like an angry cat.
Bodhisattva
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I have the Ruger. Accurate, easy shooting, eats any ammo you feed it. Great rifle for camp.
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The AR-7 is an excellent "better than nothing" (I have the Charter Arms original version).
Can't speak to the others.
Can't speak to the others.
Very cool looking! With the red dot as well. How does it feel to shoot. My shoulder issues cause more problems with holding something up with the arm extended, hence my quest for a light weight rifle. Putting a gallon of milk on the top shelf is impossible for someone with rotator issues. Recoil/impact is not as important as weight.
If your shoulder is giving you drama, best to stay away from direct blowback bolt guns like the Sub2K then. It's designed as a highly reliable, simple, covert, easily pack-able assault pistol carbine... think getting stranded in hostile territory kinda thing. Not for hundreds of rounds of range fun unless your idea of fun is pummeling your shoulder with the plastic stock. Injury sucks. Currently recovering from tennis elbow on my left and fully extended the arm still hurts after 4 months. Difficult to shoot pistols so I've been training pistols with my non dominant right hand in an obsolete weaver hold and still shoot rifles with my left since I don't have to extend that arm.
