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In reply to the discussion: What is your home defense firearm? [View all]geckosfeet
(9,644 posts)12. Me too. My P220 is a newer Exeter model and has eight round magazines.
I keep it uncocked with one in the chamber. Night sights let me know right where it is. It has a rail mounted tactical light.
A fully loaded back up magazine is nearby. The pistol is reasonably well concealed, and positioned so that an intruder would not see the night sights in the dark upon entering the room.
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sharp_stick will be ready in case a squadron of WWI soldiers tries to rob his house
chrisa
May 2012
#42
My main HD weapons are a Louisville Slugger, a Hoplite-style short sword, and a 2-1/4"...
slackmaster
May 2012
#13
I guess I could give a good account with the Zulu Assagia hanging on the wall.
oneshooter
May 2012
#39
Something with a proven ability to knock down Moros (and any crazed person regardless of size).
AnotherMcIntosh
May 2012
#17
And to be fair, all religious fanatics may be hard to stop. Even those not trying to kill you.
AnotherMcIntosh
May 2012
#36
What a dumb question to answer in public, especially if you actually need self-defense.
saras
May 2012
#23
Everyone whose home is invaded probably thought much the same thing, until it happened.
Common Sense Party
May 2012
#47