Well Maggot, I think quality might have slipped in the last 20 years, because the current examples I have seen were really cheaply made and they wouldn't be in my top ten for a survival rifle. Ruger 10/22 with folding stock, thompson contender, any number of "youth" 22 rifles on the market, and in a knock down, root hog or die situation, a single shot shotgun, 22" barrel , rifle sights, interchangeable chokes, and a variety of shotgun shells. I am only talking about shooting food not defensive problems. Chris