r/canadaguns • u/Significant_Step_517 • May 23 '26

Buy recommendations Ruger American Scout 7.62x39 or 5.56?

I’m seriously considering picking up a Ruger American Scout Gen. 2 in 7.62x39. I love the idea of shooting cheap surplus through it which I’m well stocked in. Might also be a great rifle to tag the odd deer.

But, I’m also thinking the 5.56 would be a great option too. Any major reasons I shouldn’t go with X39?

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u/KalashnikovParty May 23 '26

I would do 5.56 for the simple fact that it takes stanaag mags. In a hypothetical shtf scenario, ammo and mags will be easier to find since 5.56 is widely issued as we are a nato country

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u/Canadian-Footy-Fan May 23 '26

That is what I plan to have one of each. They are the most plentiful centrefire rounds - and should be for a long time.