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Related: About this forumJoe Biden approved Homeowner tested.
http://whnt.com/2013/03/13/albertville-homeowner-shoots-kills-intruder/ALBERTVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) Investigators do not expect charges to be filed against a homeowner who shot and killed a suspected burglar at his home Tuesday evening.
Things like this probably happen every day and fortunately it doesnt happen every day in our county or neighborhood. Im a supporter of the second amendment and you do what youve got to do and you use what tools are necessary, Smith said.
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While not my favorite firearm for home defense because of low capacity, the shotty still gets the job done.
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Joe Biden approved Homeowner tested. (Original Post)
ileus
Mar 2013
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Eleanors38
(18,318 posts)1. But did the blast go through the door?
guardian
(2,282 posts)2. On the advice of the Vice President
I just go outside at random intervals and shoot my shotgun in the air.
spin
(17,493 posts)3. There is no doubt that a shotgun is a very lethal weapon at close range. ...
Of course you still have to do your part by aiming the weapon. A double barreled coach gun can have the advantage of being compact and easy to handle in a tight environment. With some practice you can reload one quickly.
Joe Biden's advice on shooting into the air or through a door would get a homeowner into a lot of trouble in many areas of our nation. It could also be pointed out that a 12 gauge shotgun has a significant amount of recoil and if you plan to use one for self defense, it would be wise to practice with it.