Don’t break in the home of an old guy. He might not be able
to whip your butt; but he can for sure SHOOT your butt.
Most of them are old military and their AIM is still sharp
after many years. My aim isn’t great; but I’ve still got
five chances with my Smith & Wesson (self-aiming) revolver
after I fire that first shot.
One of my house guns is a 38 Special revolver on the nightstand. First round is a shot cartridge, the rest hollow-points. My rationale is that at close range, the shot is as good as a solid ball. At longer household ranges, the shot makes the guy hop around, yelling "Ow! Ow! Ow!" and gives me time to redirect the ball rounds.