Hi everyone. Ok so, I recently completed my bug out bag. I was needing a compact gun to keep with me when I "bug out". I picked up a Henry Survival Rifle today and got home only to realize, it doesnt fit at all haha. I dont know if I shouldnt worry about it or should I get a bigger bag. I would like to see everyones opinion.
Thanks.
Well, it's a small rifle. I guess you need to look at what your bag is outfitted for, and think about how the situation would play out where you'd actually use it. Are you going to jump in a vehicle and take it to a secluded spot and then make a camp/drop point, is that particular bag made for bugging out quickly on foot, what level of supplies are you equipped with in it?
If it's a backpack you plan on bugging out on foot, you need to do some test runs now and see how that's going to go. Most people build a kit like that, only to find that it's way too heavy (usually if you can hump it a mile, you get more used to it, but the weight is a huge concern if you're going to carry it). Most people would initially bug out in a vehicle, which is where I would suggest having a larger container to throw in the back seat, and a smaller one that you could take from the point where you either run out of gas or hide the vehicle. In a lot of cases you're more likely to bug-in so to speak anyway.
I think you're the only person that can really answer your question. You just need to familiarize yourself with your needs, your objectives and your abilities, and examine your plan. You may be able to lash the rifle onto the outside of your bag, but if you plan on traveling on foot through areas that might expose you to other travelers, that could alert them, scare them, or cause them to rob you. You won't be able to untie your gun and assemble it (might as well be carrying a muzzle loader covered in cosmoline).
Good luck!
