<>Valid points. You could come up with a similar list for the use of a 9mm semiautomatic pistol.
And I think many have the wrong idea about why this interests me. My goals for home defense are STOP THE THREAT and KEEP ALL OTHERS SAFE. If that means killing a murderous drug-addled attacker, I do have firearms and am willing to use them. There are risks here, as well. I need to maintain proficiency and a stray bullet, ricochet, etc. could cause harm to others in the house. Luckily, we don't have a risk to neighbors problem, but some do.
Anyway, that was my thought process...
Having been a “target” more than once; I believe that fumbling with a gizmo is too dangerous unless one is well forewarned.
As Ayoob says, be alert, hand ON holstered GUN.
“No second place winner” !
leVieux
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