r/SelfSufficiency • u/Altruistic_Weird_864 • Nov 08 '24

After election

I’m thinking self sufficiency might be super important to learn after these election results. All of the warnings about cost eventually rising, tariffs, and so much more I’m trying to really educate myself. But I’m making an effort to start my self sufficiency journey so whatever may happen I can know I have myself to rely on. What are you guys thoughts? And what are some skills you think are good to start out learning?

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u/Its_Knova Nov 09 '24

I understand I’ve looked at prices for ammo types and the 6.5x52 is about $3.00 a bullet which is why I was thinking about getting into loading my own ammunition with cast molds primers and gun powder along with all the tools necessary and a smelter.

But I’ll definitely load up on 22 lr and 9x18 for a makarov 380 as well for small game and rodents.

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u/KJHagen Nov 09 '24

Yep. Lots of choices. I have a press and all the components to load .308, but it’s also a lot of work. You can get military surplus .308 for less than $0.60/ round if you buy in bulk.

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u/Its_Knova Nov 09 '24

Also, Any other words of advice for self sufficiency: survival books, YouTube courses, survival tips?

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u/KJHagen Nov 10 '24

Tips: Don’t go it alone. Have friends. Learn to collaborate and trade. Get along with people who don’t look like you or share all your views. Have backup plans for everything. Stay mobile, mentally and physically.

I live in western Montana, so my situation is different than many others. We have to think about shelter, heat and water if the power goes out. I am a combat veteran who lives in a community of veterans, but our environment is harsh and unforgiving.

Learn to hunt, fish, and forage. Thinking about everything that goes into harvesting, dressing out, and preserving a deer may make you appreciate how much easier it is to live on squirrels, rabbits, and birds.

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u/Its_Knova Nov 10 '24

Thank you so much for the advice.

I’ll definitely keep this information in mind and improve on the skills necessary to be self sufficient.