Henry AR-7

[TrappedinCalifornia]

Magpul makes two stocks for the takedown. One is heavier and one is lighter than the factory stock. The lighter one that barrel clips into the butt is actually really nice... and light.

That would be the one I'm playing with at the moment, with the two compared...



It's not just about magazine storage.

Here are other, relevant videos to the thread topic...





Personally, I like this one for a 'compromise'...



It's the versatility of having both a shotgun and a rifle for those times when it may or may not be 'legal' to hunt a specific species with one or the other. Then again, 'hunting' and 'legal' (especially in any kind of 'survival' situation) are a bit of a grey area, given that it is greatly dependent on your location; which, I don't believe, the OP has specified. Unfortunately, it doesn't necessarily match the OP's criteria in that while it's packable (to an extent), it's not necessarily lightweight...

[sigstroker]

Magpul makes two stocks for the takedown. One is heavier and one is lighter than the factory stock. The lighter one that barrel clips into the butt is actually really nice... and light.

The carbon fiber one that Ruger sells is a hundred bucks. My guess is the Magpul one costs more than that.

[44fred]

In KALI I don't think it's legal to shoot fowl with a .22. PAX

Good thing that video was in Montana.
Is that all you got out of the video?

[echo1]

Good thing that video was in Montana.
Is that all you got out of the video?

Didn't watch the video.

In Montana, in general, game birds can be taken with a .177 or .22 air rifle, bow, falcon, or shotgun. Not rimfire (maybe turkey in season?).

The OP was talking about hunting while backpacking. I presumed not poaching or for survival. You can't go for a walk about and just kill stuff. You still need a license, tags (if required), and approved method of take, wherever you are. PAX

[TrappedinCalifornia]

Didn't watch the video.

In Montana, in general, game birds can be taken with a .177 or .22 air rifle, bow, falcon, or shotgun. Not rimfire (maybe turkey in season?).

The OP was talking about hunting while backpacking. I presumed not poaching or for survival. You can't go for a walk about and just kill stuff. You still need a license, tags (if required), and approved method of take, wherever you are. PAX

Not to be a noodge, but I believe what was being referenced is the rifle, not the method of take. As I said, the OP didn't specify where the backpacking would take place. Thus, the video was intended to demonstrate how the rifle was utilized in a backpacking/hunting scenario.

It should go without saying, but I will anyway. Don't automatically presume that members need to be reminded not to do anything 'illegal;' bearing in mind, again, that 'legal' is greatly dependent on the where, even within the confines of California. For instance...

...In addition to the methods listed in (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (f) above, firearm rifles and pistols may be used for taking rabbits and squirrels only; except in Los Angeles County where rifles and pistols may not be used... In San Diego and Orange counties only, rabbits may be taken at any time during the open season by means of box traps... Possession, discharge, and use of firearms or archery equipment is prohibited on department lands except within department-designated hunting areas or shooting sites, or with a permit issued by the department, or as authorized for dog training in a designated area, or when fishing with bow and arrow tackle as defined in subsection 550(b)(11) and allowed in subsection 550(h). This prohibition includes air or gas operated devices or guns and all other propulsive devices...

In short, 'lecturing' over what is/isn't, may/may not be 'legal' isn't really relevant until you define the where. Given that the question premising the thread and the one being addressed was regarding the types of rifles being discussed, I believe the underlying premise/presumption is that the OP will be responsible for remaining 'legal' in whatever location they happen to be backpacking/hunting in. As is often stated in virtually every article and Government pamphlet... Check the regulations for the area you intend to hunt in.

That goes for backpacking as well, something you didn't address; i.e., different regulations apply depending, once again, on the where.

I don't think any of us presume to cover every possible nuance of regulation in terms of actual use depending on the where. What we are doing and responding to are questions regarding the firearm itself.

[drclark]

This stock adapter, if you can find it in stock" allows a folding stock to be attached to the AR-7 via M1913 rail adapter.



If you could add some clips to hold the detached barrel to the folded stock, would make for a compact package for backpacking.

The other option, I have thought about is a savage rascal single shot. Designed as a kid's rifle, it's all of 3lbs and is fairly compact. Plastic stock could be modified to carry extra rounds.

[echo1]

Not to be a noodge, but I believe what was being referenced is the rifle, not the method of take. As I said, the OP didn't specify where the backpacking would take place. Thus, the video was intended to demonstrate how the rifle was utilized in a backpacking/hunting scenario.

It should go without saying, but I will anyway. Don't automatically presume that members need to be reminded not to do anything 'illegal;' bearing in mind, again, that 'legal' is greatly dependent on the where, even within the confines of California. For instance...

In short, 'lecturing' over what is/isn't, may/may not be 'legal' isn't really relevant until you define the where. Given that the question premising the thread and the one being addressed was regarding the types of rifles being discussed, I believe the underlying premise/presumption is that the OP will be responsible for remaining 'legal' in whatever location they happen to be backpacking/hunting in. As is often stated in virtually every article and Government pamphlet... Check the regulations for the area you intend to hunt in.

That goes for backpacking as well, something you didn't address; i.e., different regulations apply depending, once again, on the where.

I don't think any of us presume to cover every possible nuance of regulation in terms of actual use depending on the where. What we are doing and responding to are questions regarding the firearm itself.

I wasn't lecturing, just making an observation on a dead bird and a .22, which is why I suggested a Savage 24 over under. Even a single shot .410 would cover all your bases.

I've backpacked since the '50's, and in general, you can't even possess weapons, in a wilderness area, where a permit is required. When asked when & where the OP was going to do this backpacking/hunting, he never responded. PAX