My preferred method of survival rifle carry

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k_estela

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When I can, I carry a .22 LR with me. It has been stated the .22 is the true survival round and it is certainly capable of filling the pot. Often asked in courses and clinics is how I carry it. From muzzle up to muzzle down to in my hands to on my back, I'm asked all sorts of questions. Here is a quick video response to that question that came up again.

[video=youtube;19y25_Hut-g]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19y25_Hut-g[/video]


In non-video form, I carry it slung over my non-dominant shoulder with the muzzle down. From this position, I can rotate it up to a shooting position that is extremely stable. Hope this helps!
 
:thumbup: I'm loving that .22 you got there.

.22s are by far my favorite to shoot. Simple and accurate. Cheap ammo, and it can be bought at any walmart in the country (maybe not California, sucks for them)
They'll definitely put any small game in the pot. I've always been interested in those collapsible .22s but I could never pass up a Ruger 10 22. I'm sure this has been discussed but I might rather carry a .22 handgun, not as accurate but lighter weight. I guess it just depends on the situation. Oh and thanks for the tip, I'll give it a try

Btw: Love your Location, I heard New Hampshire is a lot better, if you can bear a drive through Massachusetts. :D
 
I prefer muzzle up on dominant side. Your way does look quick for sure but I'm used to my way. I never carry with one in the chamber so I have to cock it on the way up to my shoulder anyway. I may try your way as it seems like a good way to keep debris out of the barrel and scope. Good video.
 
That does look like a fast and reliable method. Thanks for the video.
 
Thanks for the compliments. I'm not trying to suggest this is the best method for everyone, just what works well for me. Some of my friends are very quick to point and shoot from various carry methods while maintaining a high measure of safety. As always, hope it helps.
 
I like your carry method Kev. I like having my strong hand free and not responsible for securing the shoulder strap while I am walking through the bush. I also carry tip down non-dominant side. But as I deploy I shrug the strap off my shoulder and as I bring the but around and engage with my trigger hand I automatically let go with my left hand and flick my left wrist to wrap the strap around it for tension and stability.
 
My Operator makes life easy concerning long guns. Depending where I'm going and what my goals are (if I plan on taking my own food or packing it, if I'm going into known bear, wolf or lion territory, etc) I'll wear my 357 or my .22 caliber revolver on my hip. That way I can pack any firearm I choose with both hands free and a fast draw. I may pack in with the 357 on my hip and the 22 in the pack, and when I break camp, break out the 22 to specifically hunt for food. The beauty to a well designed kit is the multiple ways to organize and carry things. For a precision reflexive shot, Mistwalker's sling brace method is quite effective.
 
PayetteRucker said:
My Operator makes life easy concerning long guns. Depending where I'm going and what my goals are (if I plan on taking my own food or packing it, if I'm going into known bear, wolf or lion territory, etc) I'll wear my 357 or my .22 caliber revolver on my hip. That way I can pack any firearm I choose with both hands free and a fast draw. I may pack in with the 357 on my hip and the 22 in the pack, and when I break camp, break out the 22 to specifically hunt for food. The beauty to a well designed kit is the multiple ways to organize and carry things. For a precision reflexive shot, Mistwalker's sling brace method is quite effective.
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Is that the pack that you like to strap 3 long guns to in addition to the 220-lbs of gear that you normally haul with you on hikes?

You promised to show me a picture of that loaded pack, I'm still waiting.
 
That's the pack I like to rely on when push comes to shove, and for good reason. Great company, great people, great customer service, great product. I don't normally haul 220 lbs of gear, I'm not quite sure what you mean. I have strapped 3 long guns to my Operator, but it was while using it as a range bag. Very practical it was-just goes to show the versatility of the pack. It can be configured to haul such a wide range of equipment... I've used the gunscabbard for everything from a rifle to a tripod to surveying equipment to skis.
 
I agree that having a .22 along in the woods is a good thing, but I have always felt a rifle a bit much to be packing. I have had good results with a little S&W Model 63 .22LR revolver.
Accurate enough for squirrels and birds at 25+ yards, packs easily in a cross draw holster on my belt, and is totally reliable.
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I do not normally carry a rifle hiking nor a full pack when hunting but I did mod one of my "3 day" packs for carrying my 10/22. I just burned a hole just big enough for front site/barrel to pass through in the lower pocket on my left side. Slide through until forend bottoms out in pocket and use side compression strap to secure pistol grip. Not quick access but cool for travel.

Adding a properly sized web loop- like an ice axe loop would be a better frequent use alternative,

Bill
 
Nice video, thats the same way that i carry my AK. While i like the idea of the .22 pistol for woods bumming; I am really drawn to the lightweight .22 rifles.
 
PayetteRucker said:
My Operator makes life easy concerning long guns. Depending where I'm going and what my goals are (if I plan on taking my own food or packing it, if I'm going into known bear, wolf or lion territory, etc) I'll wear my 357 or my .22 caliber revolver on my hip.
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I too like a revolver for the hip over a long gun but out of curiosity how are you carrying with the pack belt? My Kifaru omnibelt won't work with my holster.
 
My stock Eberlestock lumbar pad does quite easily.

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Lots of flexibility with three layers of MOLLE and a compatable holster. The semi auto holster fits both my Taurus and my .22 cattleman snugly,retaining strap secured or not.
 
Good video and solid info Keven. I was wondering if anybody was going to bring up the Kifaru Gun-Bearer when used with a compatible pack. This is a very good way to carry (it is however muzzle up), secure and very fast to get into operation; plus it also allows you to maneuver with both hands free. Still, it a good topic for discussion and it's always good to see other people's methods,

ROCK6
 
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