[unixfox]

I remember my wife asking me once if I kept a loaded gun in the house. I said of course I do. She then asked, why do you need a loaded gun in the house? I replied, because an unloaded gun is of no use when your're trying to defend yourself.

She never asked the question again.

But to answer your question, I'd definitely get a semi auto instead of a bolt action if you need it for defense as well as hunting.

[goodnesswins]

Your wife asked you???? My husband asks me WHERE the loaded guns are all the time! I am the one who keeps track of them!