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Home Defense Guns
Posted on 1/15/16 at 12:59 pm
Posted on 1/15/16 at 12:59 pm
I'll try this question here rather than going to the OT. What recs would you have for a home defense weaponry?
I was thinking I would start with a tactical shotgun and maybe a revolver (no jamming risk). Do you have any recommendations for calibers?
I don't hunt anymore although I did fairly often as a kid. I've been to the shooting range probably a dozen times. So I'm not a completely novice shooter.
I was thinking I would start with a tactical shotgun and maybe a revolver (no jamming risk). Do you have any recommendations for calibers?
I don't hunt anymore although I did fairly often as a kid. I've been to the shooting range probably a dozen times. So I'm not a completely novice shooter.
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Posted on 1/15/16 at 1:00 pm to mule74
Just get a double barrel shotgun
Posted on 1/15/16 at 1:08 pm to mule74
I'm a fan of pistols with a least a light for home protection. I just find it easier to move around a structure and hunt with a smaller firearm.
Personally I use a G17 with a tlr-2 and a klarus xt1-c as bump in the night package.
I'm also not a fan of only having five or six rounds and taking forever to reload. I've also seen some of these lightweight revolvers malfunction. Because they're so light rate and the recoil so hellacious I've seen rounds work them selves out of the casing just enough to where prevents the cylinder from rotating. Mostl notably in the 642/442 and lcr with Hornady critical duty/defense.
On average in the state, response time to a violent crime in progress is somewhere around 17 minutes. No one is coming to save you is the harsh reality. I'd rather have more capacity than a revolver offers.
Personally I use a G17 with a tlr-2 and a klarus xt1-c as bump in the night package.
I'm also not a fan of only having five or six rounds and taking forever to reload. I've also seen some of these lightweight revolvers malfunction. Because they're so light rate and the recoil so hellacious I've seen rounds work them selves out of the casing just enough to where prevents the cylinder from rotating. Mostl notably in the 642/442 and lcr with Hornady critical duty/defense.
On average in the state, response time to a violent crime in progress is somewhere around 17 minutes. No one is coming to save you is the harsh reality. I'd rather have more capacity than a revolver offers.
This post was edited on 1/15/16 at 1:10 pm
Posted on 1/15/16 at 1:30 pm to mule74
quote:
tactical shotgun
1.)Remington 870 Express youth model 20 Gauge with 00 Buck for a long gun.
I prefer the lighter recoil that result in quicker follow up shots and a 20 gauge youth model is considerably easier to handle in a hallway or around corners yet still gives you that secure shoulder contact to absord recoil rather than the ridiculous pistol grip shotguns with no stock that nearly blow your wrist off of your arm when you shoot.
2.)Any reputable full sized polymer 9mm for sidearm IF carrying or vehicle use will never be needed. Glock, M&P, Walther, SA, H&K, Sig, Ruger.
With all that being said, I want my AR and 30 rounds of .223
This post was edited on 1/15/16 at 1:34 pm
Posted on 1/15/16 at 1:31 pm to mule74
Rem 870 12 Ga. You can shoot skeet, hunt birds, Deer hunt, Shoot the shite out of stuff, and use as home defense. Lots of options to go with this firearm if you choose to do so
Glock 19. 16 rds of 9mm in a smaller package than the 870.
I would go with both but its up to you
Glock 19. 16 rds of 9mm in a smaller package than the 870.
I would go with both but its up to you
Posted on 1/15/16 at 1:32 pm to mule74
Glock 17
Posted on 1/15/16 at 2:11 pm to mule74
Any short barreled, dependable shotgun loaded with #7 1/2 or #8 lead bird shot. Don't worry, at close range that load will do the job and then some. More controllable from the standpoint of safety to others in the home. Better from a self-defense angle too if for some strange reason you wind up in court. Mine is a Remington 1100, 26 inch Improved Cylinder, 5 shots with plug removed. Be sure to clean and oil it from time to time.
Posted on 1/15/16 at 4:38 pm to mule74
There is no better home defense gun than a legal,illegal short barrel shot gun
Posted on 1/15/16 at 5:31 pm to mule74
The Judge in my left hand and 1911 in my right. Judge loaded with 410 shells.
Posted on 1/15/16 at 6:32 pm to mule74
I've got an 870 with a short barrel and a magazine extension. 2 3/4 buckshot. I've also got a big arse dog.
Posted on 1/15/16 at 11:45 pm to mule74
quote:Good decision.
I'll try this question here rather than going to the OT.
quote:
What recs would you have for a home defense weaponry?
I was thinking I would start with a tactical shotgun and maybe a revolver (no jamming risk). Do you have any recommendations for calibers?
Best self defense gun is shotgun. 12 gauge has been the traditional choice, but 20 is good as well. Choose whatever you and your family can best handle. And don't worry, a 12 gauge "tactical" shotgun is no more powerful than a 12 gauge hunting shotgun. For many families, a youth model 20 is the best choice. Here's a good shotgun self defense ammo article. You'll frequently see recs here for birdshot. They have their reasons, but I agree instead w/ the above article: Birdshot at close range may cause a bad wound, but stopping power can be limited due to decreased penetration. Do your research and decide for yourself what you're most comfortable w/.
After shotguns, most folks would next turn to a handgun. I'd suggest a full size (e.g. NOT a compact) handgun in 9mm, 40 S&W, 357 Mag, 357 Sig or 45 ACP. Revolvers are fine, but they're not foolproof and have limited round capacity. Use whatever handgun ammo your local LEO's use.
And yes, don't forego OTHER layers of home defense, including house dogs, security systems, security locks, etc.
Posted on 1/16/16 at 7:28 am to mule74
I use a Saiga 12 with a 20 RSD drum. Also a Sig 226.
Posted on 1/16/16 at 11:06 am to mule74
Shotgun, carbine, or handgun or combos of the three. Shorter the better on the shotgun. Don't forget a home defense plan and placement of the weapons for quick access. 
Posted on 1/16/16 at 12:18 pm to mule74
1) Glock 17 with light
2) 870 pump loaded Slug/Buckshot/Buckshot
3) AR-15
2) 870 pump loaded Slug/Buckshot/Buckshot
3) AR-15
Posted on 1/17/16 at 12:29 am to mule74
Posted on 1/17/16 at 9:47 am to mule74
Short barrel AR .300 blackout with a silencer.
Has stopping power with a 220 grain bullet. It is maneuverable inside a home. It can mount a light and a red dot which would aid in accuracy in a break in situation. It won't destroy your ability to hear if you have to use it inside your house. You can kill varmits around your house without disturbing neighbors, so it has uses if you never have that break in.
Has stopping power with a 220 grain bullet. It is maneuverable inside a home. It can mount a light and a red dot which would aid in accuracy in a break in situation. It won't destroy your ability to hear if you have to use it inside your house. You can kill varmits around your house without disturbing neighbors, so it has uses if you never have that break in.
Posted on 1/17/16 at 1:41 pm to mule74
Bazooka and a machete
Posted on 1/19/16 at 8:38 am to mule74
I decided to get myself a home defense gun and ended up grabbing the Remington 870 Express 12 gauge. I'm putting on a 'tactical' kit to give it that mean look, but cannot wait to practice with this bad boy! I'll post pictures when I can.
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