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| Probably an 8mm Mauser (BRNO 98/29 or Yugo M48a). Source of image |
Sure would be nice if they had a supply of ammo. A gun without ammo is just a club. And a STEN, Owen or M3 (Grease-gun) and most handguns aren't even good clubs.
In rough order of the types of ammo that will be useful:
- 7.62X39mm Ruski
- 9mm Luger
- 7.62mm NATO/.308 Win
- 5.56mm NATO
- 8mm Mauser
- 12 gauge
- .45 ACP
- 30.-06 Springfield
- 7.62X54mmR
- .303 British
The Persian army used many different firearms from many different sources. Plus, the borders are incredibly porous. There is probably a lot of ancient ammo out there but it has not always been stored under the best of conditions.
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| 8mm Mauser ammo from the former Yugoslavia |
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| Same ammo on stripper clips |
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| 1974 and 1975 Lake City 7.62mm NATO cases |
Oldest ammo I ever fired was 1890s .44 loads. Shot lots of 1917 FA 30-06. It always worked!
ReplyDeleteAnd a .22 is better than throwing rocks at them. --ken
ReplyDeleteThe Irish Republican Army and others seem to think so also.
DeleteIran likely allows "the right" people to possess firearms. In Iran that would be Shiite muslim. Anyone else would likely be prohibited.
ReplyDeleteDan, have you looked around at various states and cities INSIDE the USA?
DeleteGlass Houses and Rocks stuff buddy.
BTW did you notice that unit 8200 has been sued for not paying that 7K for "services" LOL.
https://voxday.net/2026/03/05/even-judas-got-paid/
There's that dripping toilet again...
DeleteLuke 6: …44For each tree is known by its own fruit. Indeed, figs are not gathered from thornbushes, nor grapes from brambles. 45The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks. 46Why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ but not do what I say?…
DeleteYou seldom offer useful suggestions but seem very full of opinions.
When asked about the facts of your opinions you get angry and flee with some pitiful curse.
I notice you commented on low IQ people "that they were being happier here on Joes blog.
Maybe I should cut and paste what you dropped over at the Hemorrhoid to point out what your heart is really full of?
ReplyDeleteWhen were you digging around my safe and shop? That stuff looks familiar - except the furniture on that rifle is purty-er than some of mine. And I've not found a 7.62x54R in my (low) price range.
Lol you should’ve bought it years ago when it was $90 for a sealed spam of 440 rounds. I’ve got some, wanna come shoot it?
DeleteEven 50 rounds per firearm would make a huge difference.
ReplyDeleteThe people with a grudge to settle against the government won't be starting full-on fire-fights with the government thugs. They will be visiting them one-by-one in the dark of night.
Given the headlines we see daily, a 'Patriot Kit' of reliable bolt rifle with at least a battle pack of 200 sealed rounds for it would be a good just-in-case policy. Durable clothing, broken in boots, three pair or rugged socks, a metal pot to cook - heat water in and an overhead cover with cordage to erect. A simple pack to carry it all (except rifle of course). Many of us could probably build one from items we have at home already.
ReplyDeleteI wondered about the value of a Space Blanket as a way to hide from thermal imagers? They are not bulking or heavy.
DeleteA large camo golf umbrella has .multiple uses. Better than the Mylar blanket and can keep you dry.
DeleteActually, when the US Military was testing Thermals, soldiers USED an Umbrella lined with a Space Blanket to walk up to the technicians operating the sensors.
DeleteI have a genuine NASA space blanket. Supposedly 8x8' when fully opened. Highly reflective on one side, matte finish opposite. Folded inside of plastic wrapping about half the size of a wrap of microwave popcorn and about 3/16" t.
DeleteI got it in the mid-70s, yet to open. Weighs next to nothing.
Joe as a FYI about the Iran "Games".
ReplyDeleteSeems even fertilizer for this springs plantings is in danger.
As far as my research shows America doen't have a Stragitic Fertilizer supply. It's JUST IN TIME stuff.
https://coyoteprimeblog2.blogspot.com/2026/03/march-5-everything-must-go.html
For those that want the meat part:
SNIP Fertilizer is made from OIL and Natural gas.
I hope my pre-paid order for fertilizer from last year is honored.
It wasn't during the "supply chain disruptions" of COVID.
Got really DEEP supplies of fertilizer, pesticides (yes oil based) and shelf stable food?
I read that the U.S. is No. 1 producer of fertilizer. And the fertilizer coming through the Straights is going to South America.
DeleteMeanwhile, 87 octane went up 14 to 26 cents at the pump. In one day (04MAR).
ReplyDelete$2.74 to $2.90 at the station I use most often.
But diesel hardly bumped in price.
SNIP In 2024, the United States imported approximately $9.37 billion worth of fertilizers, with the main origins being Canada, Mexico, and China. In 2025, the U.S. imported $8.42 billion of fertilizers, with Canada being the largest source. This indicates a significant reliance on imports for agricultural needs, particularly for nitrogen-based fertilizers.
ReplyDeleteWe import SNIP Approximately $192 billion
In 2023, the United States imported approximately $192 billion worth of agricultural and food products, which represents about 15% of the nation's total food.
Yes, we can do without avocados from Mexico but a fair bit of our beef and other foodstuffs comes from South America.
FUEL Costs for tractors, delivery trucks and so on will add to the cost to US Consumers.
Were you around as an adult during the Fuel Crisis of the 70's?
You know fuel rationing and odd and even fill up days with your license plate last number as the odd-even?
Michael the anonymous
Those ammo supplies while I am sure great for folks in Iran would also be great for US citizens.
ReplyDeleteWould love to see some more 8m3 come on the market but feel will not happen without a reconciliation with Russia.....,sigh.