Taking lessons from Ukraine I am of the opinion that you should select a rifle that is compatible with current US military issue. Note; this does not mean limit yourself to an AR15 (though everyone should know how to operate and maintain one). It means select one that can chamber and fire 5.56X45mm rounds and accepts STANAG (AR15/M16) magazines. If you live in a jurisdiction where these rifles are unavailable look for a bolt or lever gun that will fire the same ammunition.
Up next, the handgun.
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