[ctdonath2]

Why would you want a rifle? For defense purposes, a shotgun will serve you much better.

30 rounds vs. about 5. When you run out, you're done.

[matt1234]

30 rounds vs. about 5. When you run out, you're done.

Yes, but a 2-3/4" 12 gauge round of 00 buck typically contains 8 pellets of .33 caliber each. Also, some shotguns have a larger capacity than 5 rounds. For example, my fully loaded Mossberg 500 can discharge 64 pellets without reloading.