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In reply to the discussion: What is your home defense firearm? [View all]jeepnstein
(2,631 posts)54. Shotgun
My favorite is a High Standard K12 Riot Gun with Federal low recoil "tactical" 00 Buck. Not that it matters all that much. I store it under lock and key.
My plan really revolves around keeping conflict and drama out of my life. It's a multi-layered approach that has worked for me so far. To me, shooting someone is a sign that things have really gone down hill fast.
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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