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Panic?

submitted by MaryXmas to AskUpgoat 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 21:31:23 ago (+10/-0)     (AskUpgoat)

I have heard a few places about panic buying firearms, because of "things that are in the news"... Are people (sheep) worried about the attacks on the Palestinian people or is there something going on in America? I am not worried about shit so I am trying to figure out if I need to be.


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[ - ] Trope 8 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 01:02:17 ago (+8/-0)

Fortunately none or us should be panic buying anything because we are all wise enough to keep a basic prepper pantry.

Especially after the toilet paper fiasco of 2020.

[ - ] PotatoWhisperer2 4 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 01:50:36 ago (+4/-0)

It's not even "prepper" at this point, it's just common sense. Things are starting to run out, run down, outright break, and it takes time to fix it. If they bother to.

So it's just a good idea to have enough stuff on hand to keep you going until you can find a new source. Media-induced panics aside.

[ - ] paul_neri 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 01:58:29 ago (+0/-0)

Correct but "basic" is the key word. I've turned the vegetable plot over to potatoes. Not aiming to be self-sufficient (impossible) but just have some food security for those first few panic-buying weeks after Iran launches a nuclear missile.

[ - ] TheOriginal1Icemonkey 4 points 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 22:01:25 ago (+4/-0)

Depending on how old you are/aren’t, (I think most here are old enough), you should already have all the guns and ammo you need. Well, you always could use more ammo, for practice.

[ - ] PotatoWhisperer2 3 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 01:56:40 ago (+3/-0)

you should already have all the guns and ammo you need.

Need? Sure.

Want? It never ends.

[ - ] Rebooted 2 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 02:41:36 ago (+2/-0)

I've started designing bullpup conversions for my rifles that I can make with standard hardware store parts. I do this so I don't keep spending thousands on new rifles and optics, but still have a fun hobby.

[ - ] PotatoWhisperer2 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 04:14:03 ago (+1/-0)

Buying an old rifle and getting it working again is a joy.

[ - ] MaryXmas [op] 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 22:09:39 ago (+1/-0)

I'm set. I do need one of those mantis systems though.

[ - ] TheOriginal1Icemonkey 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 22:56:33 ago (+1/-0)

Isn’t that the system with an app that records your shooting abilities?

[ - ] MaryXmas [op] 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 06:40:45 ago (+1/-0)

Yeah, it is.

[ - ] TheOriginal1Icemonkey 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 23:25:26 ago (+0/-0)

Man, the first time I heard that advertised I thought, hell no. I don’t need someone monitoring my abilities, or lack of as it may be.

[ - ] TheOriginal1Icemonkey 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 23:01:39 ago (+0/-0)

Isn’t that the system with an app that records your shooting abilities?

[ - ] Crackinjokes 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 06:40:02 ago (+1/-0)

Don't forget a good slingshot which only needs rocks.

[ - ] FreeinTX 2 points 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 21:42:39 ago (+2/-0)

I had a co-worker, during our daily call in, last Friday (Day of Jihad), remind us to "keep our heads on a swivel".

He's redpilled on the jab, but is dog piling this whole imminent terrorism, and "we ain't afraid, cause muh guns."

I don't watch TV, so I don't really know just how bad it is, but damn.

[ - ] TheOriginal1Icemonkey 5 points 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 22:04:33 ago (+5/-0)

That apparently was another jewish psyop because nothing happened anywhere in the world. One dude got stabbed in France, and that could happen anyway. Basically the Jews were hoping for shit to happen so they’d have more to point at. It’s all anything burger to me. Jihad, jihad, durka durka durka, whatever.

[ - ] MaryXmas [op] 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 22:11:43 ago (+1/-0)

Do we should be expecting a terrorist attack? I live in the middle of the woods. They best stay the fuck out of my woods though.

[ - ] Anus_Expander 2 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 08:40:19 ago (+2/-0)

I live in the middle of a woods/swamp area in FL...our HOA lady sent an email to all homeowners, warning against 'possible civil disturbances' etc on Friday. We were to 'report suspicious activity' to the property manager, who only ever does shit like fine people for parking too close to the curb.She got totally rekd on the neighborhood FB page.

[ - ] DeusExMachina 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 17, 2023 00:05:37 ago (+1/-0)

Lol, never fear! HOA representative, Becky, will keep you safe and your property values sound! What would we ever do without her?

[ - ] paul_neri 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 01:55:59 ago (+0/-0)

Yes. Never assume you're safe - even in the middle of the woods. We f..k-up in life when we assume things.

[ - ] Anus_Expander 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 08:51:53 ago (+1/-0)

Stocking up on ammo is a good idea anyway. Obiden could ban ammo sales tomorrow per EO. Or (((levy))) a 500% tax on it 'for the children'.

[ - ] Crackinjokes 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 06:41:58 ago (+1/-0)

Actual real drastic dollar collapse is my biggest worry.

Wheelbarrow type collapse.
Not just the 300% inflation we have seen.

[ - ] Nozyedys 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 03:34:55 ago (+1/-0)

More likely it's due to economic reasons, i.e. the 33 trillion dollars of debt. Besides this being a masonic number, they are reaching a point where they are running out of money to service the debt. The only way this can be done, is to create more debt but this needs to happen exponentially and eventually you cannot create debt fast enough to keep the system going.

We're close to that point now and when this day comes expect a complete lockup in the financial world. You will not be able to withdraw money, or pay with netbank or anything like that. It will not be possible to move money unless you have cash and if you want a lot of cash just try to withdraw it from the bank and see what they say.

In this situation guns and ammo have a lot of value for obvious reasons, as does anything you can use to barter. Precious metals are good because they have an intrinsic value, they are easily divisible and are easy to hide. But you will need the guns and ammo to protect them.

[ - ] Rebooted 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 02:39:25 ago (+1/-0)

Panicking is stupid. Just be prepared.

[ - ] Feelslikeclownworld 1 point 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 22:20:58 ago (+1/-0)

I'd recommend having a bit more situational awareness compared to usual during this time of year, until the New Year. Particularly if you live in a more "diverse" neighborhood filled with muslims and blacks.

Usually with cold weather people are less likely to act out because they know they need to have a warm place to go afterwards. Which would make them easy targets for law enforcement to apprehend.

If you live in a high population of whites you should be safe.

However....
Be particularly cautious on holidays that involve large gatherings or Thanksgivings/Christmas parades. If the parade street is viable for a BLM/islamist terrorist to access via a side street that does not have concrete barriers, then you need to always have access to a building to run into or have something that would stop the car from moving before getting to you. Such as a concrete bollards or a very old tree. Remember also that you would likely be scrambling with others to get to a safe spot so be aware of the situation to the best of your ability.

The above situation is not going to be fixed by having a gun on you sadly.

If you have the ability to conceal carry though I think a 9 mm would be sufficient. I don't think you need anything too much bigger if trying to save money currently.

[ - ] PotatoWhisperer2 3 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 01:54:32 ago (+3/-0)

Part of staying strapped is being aware of your surroundings. Don't put yourself in a situation where you have to use your gun in the first place.

It will change nothing if you air out a single nigger, but it will change everything when the jews come after you for doing the world a small favor.

And stay strapped anyways, you can't be a perfect being and you will fuck up. Hopefully you never have to use it in a defensive scenario where a jewish lawyer can fuck your shit up.

[ - ] Crackinjokes 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 06:39:01 ago (+0/-0)

People have been worried since they thought Hillary was going to get elected.


Firearm sales have been drastically increasing since then.

Nothing new.

[ - ] Love240 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 02:52:35 ago (+0/-0)

It gave me the reason to make sure both of my rooms have rifles at the ready, instead of relying on a pistol in either.

Other than that, we should already have a certain level of readiness/preparedness, i.e. dry food stores, some long term freeze dried, and plenty of canned goods/jarred foods.

If you feel secure in the amount of firearms, ammo, food, soap and medical supplies, you're fine. (Of course make sure you're right with God, any breath can be your last if he wills it.)

[ - ] paul_neri 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 16, 2023 01:53:07 ago (+0/-0)

"'We’ve reached the point of no return': Expert's grim prediction for Israel-Gaza war"

[ - ] gimpyoldman 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 23:36:48 ago (+0/-0)

Be scared so the politicians can raise more taxes to "protect" you. And pass new laws to invade your privacy and restrict your freedoms.

[ - ] SilentByAssociation 0 points 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 21:47:41 ago (+0/-0)

All I know is that it's going to get worse before it gets worse. Govern yourself accordingly.

[ - ] paul_neri -3 points 1.7 yearsOct 15, 2023 22:12:12 ago (+1/-4)

You should be worried, very worried. Shortly America will be at war with Iran and Lebanon (Hezbollah). This will undoubtedly result in terrorist strikes within America and Europe from sleeper cells. Carry at all times; avoid crowded areas. Demonstrate your support for Israel when you can.USA!USA!USA!