Given the OP parameters:
Defensive, i.e. Katrina situation. Very little need for any shots over 100 yards.
Restricted to ball ammo, so a 30 cal hole is a 30 cal hole.
Thus, I'm thinking no difference in the cartridges for all practical purposes on soft targets.
Therefore, I'd to with the M1 Carbine for handiness and weight reasons.
M1 Carbine about 5.2 pounds.
SKS about 8.5 pounds.
Plus the difference in ammo weight.
My.
Defensive, i.e. Katrina situation. Very little need for any shots over 100 yards.
Restricted to ball ammo, so a 30 cal hole is a 30 cal hole.
Thus, I'm thinking no difference in the cartridges for all practical purposes on soft targets.
Therefore, I'd to with the M1 Carbine for handiness and weight reasons.
M1 Carbine about 5.2 pounds.
SKS about 8.5 pounds.
Plus the difference in ammo weight.
My.
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