A rifle is still a valid self defense weapon. After all, LEOs carry AR15 rifles into buildings during search warrants (sometimes). To be fair, a handgun and shotty will take care of most self defense needs.
However, if you want something for a SHTF/survival scenario, a rifle will allow you to take medium to large game. It doesn't have to be anything extravagant; it doesn't even need to be scary and black. A good lever action 30-30 has already been mentioned and is a good choice. So would a SKS.
However, if you want something for a SHTF/survival scenario, a rifle will allow you to take medium to large game. It doesn't have to be anything extravagant; it doesn't even need to be scary and black. A good lever action 30-30 has already been mentioned and is a good choice. So would a SKS.