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To: NRA2BFree
No miscalculation at all --- the short-barrelled shotgun is the way to go. (Although I prefer a standard stock to a pistol grip. I like the control it gives me, especially for followup shots).

Here's what I would do: Keep your .38 in a high quality holster (like a Galco), either in your nightstand or on your person at all times (except when sleeping, of course). If an intruder appears in the middle of the night when you're not dressed, and you're pressed for time, just leave that .38 alone and go for the shotgun. (You can go back and get that .38 if necessary, although it probably won't be). OTOH, if the intruder appears in the day, you're appropriately dressed, and you have a little time, then grab that holstered .38 (after getting your shotgun first) and stick it in your pocket. Most likely you won't need it, but it's always wise to have a backup that you can access (draw) quickly.

It's also wise to take a tactical class that specializes in training for the type of scenarios we're discussing.

(Btw, the 158 gr. SWCHP +P "FBI load" is a very potent round for the .38 spl, if your piece can handle the high pressures).

150 posted on 07/12/2003 9:46:16 AM PDT by Mr. Mojo
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To: Mr. Mojo
I*m very sorry I didn*t get back to you before now. I got hit by a tornado this afternoon and I won*t be on much for a while. I do have other questions for you. It blew my windows out so that took care of my plan that the alarm would work. It did a lot of damage at my house and then it skipped about a mile away and took a roof off of an Alsups 7-11 story. I thought I was going to be killed. I*m very happy to be alive. I*ve got cuts and bruises but I*m just grateful to be alive. Thanks for all your help. Kristy
152 posted on 07/12/2003 10:23:15 PM PDT by NRA2BFree
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