Originally Posted by
[AK]Nuts
I'm focusing on the shotgun for a couple of reason... in a panic situation, the ability to hit a target, even a stationary one, is near impossible. Add a little inexperience and a big recoil and pistols just don't add up for me. I did look at a couple of .45's earlier but I think a shotgun with buckshot would be a bit more 'accurate'. I don't want rounds passing through walls, I want a spray & pray solution and unless I go with a SAW, I think a shotgun is the right path.
Plus, I read that a lot of home firearm uses against criminals doesn't end with a round being fired. The sight of an armed homeowner usually does the trick and I can't think of anything more intimidating than a mom aiming a shotgun at me and hearing that distinctive shotgun cocking sound.
Prices are pretty fair too. I'll need to look into locking options as I don't want a locked gun rack in the room. I'm sure there are some great new tools out there.