re: What size shot for home defense?

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In an apartment, would a 20 gauge be better?

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Not sure about better, but would do the job.

When i decided to change loads in my shotgun i saw on tv where some guys were testing fine shot and saying it was much safer when you have others in the home and that the smaller loads were more than enough to do the job, so i tested itmyself and they were right. And those of you that don't think it's enough, try shooting a watermelon at 20ft and see for yourself, i did and was surprised i admit.