While I don’t expect or hope to ever need it, as an American, I would like to be prepared to resist as much as necessary if needed. It’s looking like it might be needed at some point here.

I’m looking to get a rifle or two for that specific purpose just in case. Can anyone recommend specific brands/models and/or features I should be looking for? I’m disabled in a way that limits my ability to hold anything heavy, so lighter weight is good. I have a revolver, but that’s probably not the best for standing up against a repressive regime.

I plan to train with whatever I get, of course. Thanks in advance.

Edit: There way too much information here for me to reply to it all individually, but I would like to say thank you to everyone for your very helpful responses.

  • PirateFrog@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    13 days ago

    You didn’t mention your budget, so I’ll first suggest a WWSD rifle, which is a particularly light weight AR-15. They also make a cost reduced version that’s half the cost while only being a little heavier at 5.4lbs.

    I suggest these for two reasons,

    1. They’re genuinely excellent firearms. Well constructed, reliable, with easily replaceable commonly available parts.
    2. KE Arms is one of the few leftist gun makers in the country, who fully support LGBTQ Gun ownership. One of the people who helped design the WWSD rifle is an Anarchist who makes excellent videos on youtube (InRangeTV).

    If you have a lower budget, the best option is a simple PSA AR-15. They also make a ‘pistol’ version that’s about the same weight as the KE Arms versions, but with a shorter barrel (which would be much louder than the longer barrels, something to keep in mind).

    For information on how to use them, I’d recommend taking a look at Tacticool Girlfriend’s videos, especially her series for beginners.

    Also, don’t neglect getting medical equipment (a small IFAK) and learning how to use them!

    If you ever want to opt for armor, I’d suggest either a used level II or Level III Kevlar vest and a MICH helmet from eBay.

    If you want rifle protection, consider Redstar Defense, a leftist armor maker that makes quite excellent ceramic armor plates for a very afford able price.

    Whatever you go with, try to link up with like minded people and become organized in your community. Here’s a solid guide on how to do that.

      • PirateFrog@lemmy.dbzer0.com
        4·
        11 days ago

        I don’t know of any others that are truly leftist. The best I could find is this list of makers that are at best apolitical.

        Otherwise, I’d opt for EU gun makers, or a used one from a left leaning gun shop, if you can find one.