Ah! Read that wrong. Yeah, Lefties get a raw shake in the gun world. I taught myself how to shoot an M16 right handed to avoid keeping track of that danged brass deflector.You only get the shells in the face if you are left handed. Pictures I've seen of the designer/policeman, he was right handed. One of the reasons for it never taking off was just that, no lefties.
I can understand a lot of points after reading this thread but shit happens. I like the concept of 45 acp out of a short barrel. Being proactive with considering over penetration on the attacker or going threw your house.
I have never been in a defensive shooting so all I can do is think and share with y’all.
I can understand a lot of points after reading this thread but shit happens. I like the concept of 45 acp out of a short barrel. Being proactive with considering over penetration on the attacker or going threw your house.
I have never been in a defensive shooting so all I can do is think and share with y’all.
Yep. I have a semi-auto 12 ga. now as my go to home defense meanie. It’s all situational as you say. It’s me, my bride, and our mutt here at the casa and if something goes bump in the night, I know exactly where all three of us are located. No worries about over penetration or f-ing up the house. I’m blasting away without abandon.IMO, for my specific requirements, I think the 12 gauge pump is the best option for a home defense type weapon. In no way does that mean it's the best weapon for everyone else though.
Each person needs to evaluate their unique and specific requirements to determine what is the best option for them.
Over the years I've heard a lot of different opinions about shotguns and home defense. There was a general misunderstanding about how fast the pellets spread out among other things. One thing though, I can't imagine anybody without body armor taking a 12 gauge 2 3/4 anything and still having much fight in them. Up close it's an enormous cartridge.
In your house, close up 10 to 25 feet, minimal spread but packs a heck of a punch. I prefer a handgun for home defense but a shotgun will definitely work. You still gotta have it pointed at the target. It ain't like it is on TV.
Pro tip: put down a tarp first.Found an old pic of me shooting the HS-10B with one hand.
That's an old picture of you?Found an old pic of me shooting the HS-10B with one hand.
Welcome to TGT.At across-the-bedroom distances, I think my 20 ga Mossberg is as good as anything for home defense. And it's super reliable--the most important quality for any firearm.
Cityboy
A gentleman's shotgun is a mean and cruel friend at any sensible self defense distance. Pumping five or so rounds in an aggressor's direction is simply awesome firepower. The bonus is your wife can do it without even bruising her pretty shoulder. Wish I had my old 20 gage. Alas, it's been lost to the ages.Welcome to TGT.
At typical room distances, a 20 gauge loaded with buckshot ain't no laughing matter. Plus, less recoil than a 12 gauge. Not a bad option.
^^^^^^^^^^Shooting magnums out of my 12 ga. used to put an evil grin on my face.. I am old now and it just pisses me off that it's more work than fun. That's when I discovered the 20 ga. is not only for the young shooter, but also a relief for us old guys.