[Salman]

Not possible to be armed against ALL possibilities, and I live in an urban apartment. So 12 ga it is and the presumed peril is home invasion burglary not terrorist attack.

That said, the rifle is a better firearm for small bands of partisans.

[circlecity]

“ That said, the rifle is a better firearm for small bands of partisans.”

yes. But that is the least likely scenario. Everyone should have at least have an AR, a shotgun and a pistol. If you really know how to shoot a bolt or lever action can be very deadly out in the open.