CVA Hunter – .45-70
Now something for you heavy metal fans out there. This single shot break action rifle is just one of those guns that folks tend to fall in love with.
Whether that’s due to the eccentricity factor, the low price, or the fact that this gun exceeds the expectations for its price point, it’s hard to say.
There is just something about a single-shot rifle that kind of draws us in. In fact, this rifle is available in several of our favorite calibers (.223, .243., .308, and 7mm-08) under our $250 ceiling.
Something about this unusual rifle, available with a 22″ or 25″ barrel, just seems like it’s calling out for a caliber that’s similarly off the beaten path. We could just as easily argue for any of the other variants, particularly the .308 and .243 Win.
This gun isn’t for everyone, of course, but if you’re looking for a great value that also brings some swagger, the CVA Hunter is an excellent candidate.
Kel-Tec P11
The price on the Kel-Tec P11 varies by dealer, but it’s usually possible to find it online for $249 or less. That’s a heck of a good price for a Key-Tec weapon.
The P11 is a nice double stack 9mm semi-auto and sized to be a very nice carry weapon. It’s not the most comfortable gun to shoot for long periods of time at the shooting range, but it is a smooth shooter that delivers the quality you’d expect from Ket-Tec.
The P11 is a hammer fired, double-action only pistol with a long trigger pull and a 10+1 capacity. The Kel-Tec P11 isn’t likely to become your favorite gun, but it’s perfectly serviceable during an emergency situation.
This earns it a spot on this list and in your SHTF arsenal.