His
12 ga. semi.
Hers
.410 double barrel
Posted on 10/10/2008 12:41:21 PM PDT by doug from upland
What kind of locks are available for shotguns? I know nothing about guns, so keep it simple. Is there a lock that will fit inside the trigger area that can be removed easily with a key? I want that shotgun shown (under my bed), but don’t want a gun safe.
Best is the one that is close by. No fun lugging a 12 gauge around while washing the car.
I’m packed, loaded and ready. The liberty tree needs a drink.
Is it very heavy? The problem I have with the Beretta is that I can’t pull back the slide. Used to (in the ‘80’s, but not anymore.:(
Love the 870. Love Glocks, XDs, and of course, the 1911, best handgun ever crafted.
I am also a 20 guage fan. Plenty of human stopping power, but with the added benefit of easy follow up shots, in case there are multiple boogey men.
Of course, the sound of the first 12 gauge blast would probably send the rest a-scurrying. Wouldn’t want to bet on it, though.
His
12 ga. semi.
Hers
.410 double barrel
No need to buy a Remington marine unless you own a house boat. I picked up a used excellent condition Mossberg 500 for $125 for my son in law. It holds 6 shots and will repel boarders as well as that $900 Remington. Also consider a 20 gauge which are very effective with less weight and recoil.
Nope! It is a small gun, more suited for my wife.
If she can handle it (seeing as it is a .357 magnum) then it shouldn't be a problem for most people.
I only see a problem if you have big hands. Then the grip could be a bit uncomfortable but all in all it is a very fine firing weapon.
Several years ago I was the co-owner of a gun shop and women would frequently come in and talk with me about what gun to have for this or for that...primarily for protection in the house. These women tended to be frightened of the reported recoil of a firearm. I would recommend a shotgun and show them how to place the butt against the headboard so it would take the impact. This was especially helpful with older women. I also talked them out of buying little guns and talked them into the larger 4”-6” barrel revolvers. I suggested a revolver because women, not being taught, tend to forget to pull the slide on a pistol. They were afraid to leave a bullet in the chamber because “it might go off”. A revolver is so much easier to use. I also told them to learn to fire their weapon in the dark and how to make that second shot blind because the flash would temporarily blind them after that first shot. Told them if they intended to carry a gun in the car that they should learn how to shoot it with either hand because, depending on the thug attacking them and ‘his’ position one might have to use a different hand than the dominant one. If people are taught about guns and then are allowed to shoot one in a range they will learn not to fear them. I remember the first time I fired a .44 magnum.....that was the day I realized the immense power of a woman and a big ole gun. Loved it!! Still do!!
Any handgun the starts with a 4
Even a handgun “expert” can forget about the chamber in the round as we have seen from a recent FR thread. And even an “expert” assassin can forget to chamber a round when attempting to shoot President Ford.
If you want a reliable gun that will always fire when loaded and never fire when unloaded, get a REVOLVER.
My pistol is a Ruger GP10 .357. There isn't a single mechanism on that gun that will prevent it from firing if there is a bullet in the cylinder when the hammer comes down. And when you take out the six rounds or six shells, it is completely and totally safe without the possibility of a “hidden” round in the chamber.
A Revolver is much easier to train your wife and teenage daughters on as well; and can be loaded with .38’s for less kick for training (as well as less money per round) but a .357 hollow point or Glaser safety slug for home defense.
Just my 2 cents.
I’ll check it out and thanks a lot.
Good article! I agree that the short barrel 12 bore pump is the best around the house weapon. I personally like #4s’ over 00 for a little better spread.
But one thing that the article misses is that the #1 reason the pumpgun is best is pure dee INTIMIDATION. The idea is not to have to pull the trigger if you can help it. Also, when you rack the slide on the thing it makes a really UNIQUE sound that any fool who has watched TV in the last 30 years will immediately recognize, especially if you are downrange.
Let’s see...Walther P99 - check; Mossberg 590 Special Purpose pump shotgun - check; Henry Golden Boy .22 rifle - check. Praying to God that I will not have to use any of them: double check.
Thanks for the advice.
I haven't touch a weapon since loading them in the Air Force and M-16 quals but as like many I have been seriously thinking about my family if the debris hits the rotating blades!
I live down the road from the great Remington Factory in Ilion, NY and called a friend just the other night who works there and his recommendation right off was the Remington 870. He also suggested the lighter load from over penetration and reduce home rebuilding costs!
Great Post
Wilum
One spring morning the professional soldiers of the hated occupation army moved before dawn to seize the lawfully held firearms of the local citizenry.
As was their custom, these soldiers marched four abreast and shoulder to shoulder. They came upon a small line of farmers blocking their path through a small park.
The farmers, outnumbered twenty to one and hopelessly undergunned, refused to yield.
Which side fired the first show is unknown. When the smoke cleared the farmers had run leaving eight dead in the park.
Can anyone comment on the significance of this event and its aftermath?
By the way, Lee Greenwood's Proud to be an American is on 97.1 Houston right now.
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