[Joe Brower]

brownsfan wrote:
"I’m starting to think about getting a gun. Couple of questions: What’s the best bang for the buck in a home protection firearm? (pun intended). And, what is the proper way to store said firearm for safety, yet accessibility in the event of a break in?"

That, my FRiend, has been the topic of discussion here and elsewhere many times. Can some of you please help out with links and whatnot? I'm sure there will be no shortage of resources.

[Travis McGee]

One gun for all-around castle defense, for a relative newbie to shooting?

No question: pump shotgun, 12 or even 20 guage.

Cheap, gets the job done as well or better than any pistol.

[blackdog]

A 12 gauge shotgun with spreader loads from Orvis. Just point in the general direction and anything within twenty yards is put down. Shot is spread in about a twenty foot circular pattern, so aiming is not required. Projectiles(rounds) will not exit thru walls or structure, so you can't harm family members accidentally.

Kinda like a criminal fire extinguisher.