[imardmd1]

That's what I was thinking -- .410 or .45 Long Colt

(but maybe not for the wife if she has weaker musclature)

[nodumbblonde]

She would probably be all right, especially if she’s able to handle a shotgun. I’m 5’3” and I don’t have any problems with it.

Besides, it’ll make her smile when she shoots it. :-)