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Discussion: Backup Weapon
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ThePragmaticSlayer ThePragmaticSlayer |
Backup Weapon
May 12 2008, 12:25 AM EDT In most situations it is better to engage from a distance. The gun gives you this advantage without a doubt. However the edged weapon should never be overlooked. The ancient accounts of zombies were littered with tales of romans decapitating zombies, knights slaying the demons, The "Brotherhood of Life" killed zombies for centuries without use of firearms. They are a convenience that any practical person should opt for. Why engage a target at close ranges when their best method of attack is in close combat. The edged weapon should be used when stealth, last minute close quarters defense, or conservation of ammo is vital to your survival. This is where edged-weapons excel. Since both types of weapons have their individual strengths and weaknesses, try to have multiple weapons. "Be Prepared." Boy scouts have spoken the mantra for decades. And for good reason. 5 out of 7 found this valuable. Do you? |
 Jeremyhall |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 21 2008, 2:02 AM EDT I would have to say, use 2 blades, one chopper / slasher, then one peircer, a good bowie and a kukri would be the two of my choice if i couldnt find a machete wich people will more than likely buy up in that situation. regardless of motor functions if you sever a tendon then the muscle is crippled. this stands true for even zombies. and i would rather take 2 slashes and take both arms out, then try to hit the head, half ass it and wind up getting pulled in and bitten anyday. 2 out of 4 found this valuable. Do you? |
 Gildenstern |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 25 2008, 9:58 PM EDT Kukri all the way. Theres also the fact that kukris dont have to be sharp, their weight is enough to crack a skull. Another good close range weapon is a 6 foot waxwood bo staff, plenty of range and power. 1 out of 2 found this valuable. Do you? |
 residentmagnum |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 27 2008, 2:03 AM EDT hey what is a kukri I'm familure with some weapons but I havn't heard of this one Do you find this valuable? |
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residentmagnum |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 27 2008, 2:04 AM EDT Main weapon 30-30 riffle then a .357 magnum then a knife or my trusty sledge hammer depending on which one I can reach qicker 1 out of 2 found this valuable. Do you? |
 cjoatey |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 29 2008, 8:00 PM EDT "Main weapon 30-30 riffleI like your idea, i would have a machette and a knife Do you find this valuable? |
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Gildenstern |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 29 2008, 11:52 PM EDT "Main weapon 30-30 riffleA kukri is a weapon from Nepal. It's a large curved knife, made to cut enemies and brush. Do you find this valuable? |
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Gildenstern |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 29 2008, 11:53 PM EDT "Main weapon 30-30 rifflesorry wrong quote Do you find this valuable? |
 alicestar |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 30 2008, 12:32 AM EDT yeah, the blade used by the gurkha warriors of Nepal 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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residentmagnum |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 30 2008, 9:38 PM EDT like a matchet i got a matchet but it is more state than curved 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Jeremyhall |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jun 30 2008, 11:41 PM EDT a kurki, in short, a forward curved weapon wich can do the work of a blade X2 or 3 times its length. ColdSteel makes some really nice models. I have a friend who had one specially made for me out of titanium, ill be getting that really soon and im really going to put it to work. i asked him to field test it for me and he got attacked by a bear he survived with a clean shot to the throat. Anyway, a large bladed weapon Machete, Bowie, Kukri, etc etc are all effective in the fact the blunt side is an impact weapon that can easily crack a skull with a little effort, so put a bit of umph to it and well you get the picture. The same can be said for a good hatchet also at cold steel (im a big fan, sue me) Do you find this valuable? |
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xxtommyxx xxtommyxx |
RE: Backup Weapon
Jul 5 2008, 9:54 PM EDT First my rifle at a distance. Then when they get closer ill get my pistol out and start shooting. If i run out or they get too close, ill get my shotgun out. If all else fails, ill get out my short sword. I do actually own one. I bought it from a shop. Do you find this valuable? |
 dominickmagas |
RE: Backup Weapon
Aug 31 2008, 3:40 AM EDT lol, this is for the first dude. Did you just take all of your examples from the Zombie Survival Guide. First rule of the site: Don't quote that book as fact, it's a joke book. He just made up all of that "brotherhood of life" stuff. Don't take it as fact. Also, for some knife info, check out http://www.zombiesurvivalwiki.com/page/KNIVES%21%21%21 Do you find this valuable? |
 HeavenlySword |
RE: Backup Weapon
Aug 31 2008, 4:55 AM EDT I was about to say the same thing, the brotherhood of life, afaik, never existed. However, for backup weaponry, I would have some serious firepower, because in a large group, we can form polearm lines and slaughter z's efficiently without using up precious ammo. When the raiders come knocking, then we will pull out the rifles. To deal with the occaisional extremely large mob, I have come up with a design for a flamethrower with better than military range and safety, and more fuel capacity too, but since I don't have military grade napalm, it won't burn as hot. Do you find this valuable? |
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residentmagnum |
RE: Backup Weapon
Aug 31 2008, 5:43 AM EDT the flame throwers in WWII could only shoot six times and they are basicly large heavy bombs that's not from me but a possible quote from a vetern of WWII on the history channle they also had a type of lighter that needed to be changed or replaced after six shots and if a crazy surviver shot you once in the tank you would die a very terrible death and posible become a zombie on fire and be more trouble for the rest of us I like your ideal but it is more dangerous to the user than it's victims most of the time but if you don't mind ending up like a marshmell (smore) then I wont stop you Do you find this valuable? |
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HeavenlySword |
RE: Backup Weapon
Sep 1 2008, 1:10 AM EDT "the flame throwers in WWII could only shoot six times and they are basicly large heavy bombs that's not from me but a possible quote from a vetern of WWII on the history channle they also had a type of lighter that needed to be changed or replaced after six shots and if a crazy surviver shot you once in the tank you would die a very terrible death and posible become a zombie on fire and be more trouble for the rest of usFlamers from WW2-Viet Era weren't very safe, weighed over 70 pounds loaded, the flame heated up the firing mechanism so much you couldn't hold down the trigger for more than 3 seconds before the metal got too hot, and had a max range under 50 feet. My design is constructed from aircraft grade alumminum, built using off the shelf, but modern parts. With all the safeties (multiple one way valves, push button 'trigger' operation, stainless steel braided hosing) im adding into it, it weighs over 60 pounds (final design). It will be safe even up to 160 PSI (not the alumminum, but the epoxy in the joints is the problem), and have an range over 60-70 feet (depending on saturation of the napalm). Its capacity is enough for roughly 30+ seconds of firing. A much cheaper and lighter PVC design is possible, but with reduced safety, fuel capacity, and range. I envision using this weapon only in situations in which I or my crew wouldn't get burned (no pun intended), eg, from our APC, from our nonflammable fortresses, as a trap (deep ditch and a captured raider as bait) Do you find this valuable? |
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residentmagnum |
RE: Backup Weapon
Sep 2 2008, 1:51 AM EDT your design seems sound but have you built and tested it yet if not there is no way to know Don't make a PVC on it could melt and kill you I like weapons and glad to see that you have put a lot of thought into the flamethrower but rember It's all fun in games until someone gets mamed (looses a limb or more) or killed Do you find this valuable? |
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residentmagnum |
RE: Backup Weapon
Sep 2 2008, 1:55 AM EDT A tonfa or a policeman's night stick could be a back up weapon there is a new design made out of a high grade fiber that makes it almost unbreakable these weapons are normally made of wood and designed to crush an enemies skull so a high grade fiber could make it the zombie killing weapon of the future Do you find this valuable? |
 Rambo-117 |
RE: Backup Weapon
Sep 2 2008, 6:26 PM EDT I'd want one of two things. Either a demo bar (it's like a crowbar, but has a pickaxe spike. They're at Wal-mart.) In lieu of that, I'd want a carpenter's hammer (you can bust doors and Zed's Heads.) 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
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Lindrak Lindrak |
RE: Backup Weapon
Saturday, 9:42 PM EST Why not use both? besides an axe can be used as a tool as well as a weapon so it is worth having it but guns have range and power so it reduces the risk of infection BUT the sound may attract more zeds. overall both types of weapons have there pros and cons so if you have both it is helpful 1 out of 1 found this valuable. Do you? |
