What kind of gun??

[hollywood3586]

Wondering what kind of gun would be best in a household just for safety? I am not looking for a shotgun or anything huge, but maybe a .22 or 9mm.

Anyone have any opinions?

Thanks

[Pedro]

Most won't recommend a .22 for safety... I would go to a gun shop and see which 9 mm fits your hand best and go with that one. I'm in the market for a new CCW toy but for home defense I usually go the shotgun route.

[Hwilli]

but for home defense I usually go the shotgun route.

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[yotaman88210]

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[tbmustanggsxr]

Wondering what kind of gun would be best in a household just for safety? I am not looking for a shotgun or anything huge, but maybe a .22 or 9mm.

Anyone have any opinions?

Thanks

man you should got the judge its a 410 hand gun so you have it all in 1 a shotgun but yey a hand gun for safety hell if some1 brakes in you cant miss lol:cheers:hope this helps

[hollywood3586]

man you should got the judge its a 410 hand gun so you have it all in 1 a shotgun but yey a hand gun for safety hell if some1 brakes in you cant miss lol:cheers:hope this helps

it does thanks

[chevysoldier]

Get a 9mm or .40 full size. Like a Glock or Smith and Wesson. If this is for home defense don't get a compact. IMO you want as many rounds as possible.

Edit. The Judge only holds about 4 rounds IIRC, I'd want something with more in it. Could be multiple bad guys or you could miss. Worst case scenario type deal.

[yotaman88210]

The judge is cool

[Bad324]

I have my 9mm and feel decently safe with it. I live in a pretty good area though and I feel like pointing any type of loaded gun at someone is a start at keeping them at bay or retreating

but on that note the next gun purchase will likely be a shotgun

[walther_gsp]

Full size 9mm, 40 or 45, depending on what your ammo preference and abilities dictate. Night sights AND a good flashlight (be it a handheld surefire or weaponmounted) are an absolute must.

Shotguns are not the end all/be all of home defense. Some instances may require more precision/maneuverability than they can provide.

If I am checking on something in the home, I grab a handgun (even my subcompact .45, but I don't recommend this for most folks, its not ideal) and a surefire g2. If I'm checking on something outside, I sometimes grab the AR w/light.

[walther_gsp]

Oh, and if anyone gives you the "just the sound of a pump action shotgun will scare badguys away" line, immediately ignore anything further that they say.

[tbmustanggsxr]

Edit. The Judge only holds about 4 rounds IIRC, I'd want something with more in it. Could be multiple bad guys or you could miss. Worst case scenario type deal.

the judge holds 6 rounds and if you miss 6 times with it you should NOT even have a gun in your hand

[siggywiggy]

This is my choice of weapon. mossberg 500 persuader. Although i have a collapsible stock and true glo red dot on it. I also have the inexpensive hipoint 9mm from fin feather fur.

[tbmustanggsxr]

This is my choice of weapon. mossberg 500 persuader. Although i have a collapsible stock and true glo red dot on it. I also have the inexpensive hipoint 9mm from fin feather fur.

i got that same 1 but in a REM 870 exps.

[bigbluebird]

500 magnum short barrel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Rtw91crys8&feature=related

Edited April 30, 2010 by bigbluebird

[hollywood3586]

There is no ideal weapon for home defense. Just as there is no ideal weapon for personal carry. If you are going to have only one weapon for the home' date=' I'd recommend a pump-action, short-barreled shotgun.. but you already decided against that. My second choice, other than an AR, would be a large caliber, semi-auto pistol. If you aren't going to go big, then go with a lot. I think you can get several polymer guns that will carry 13+ rounds of .45ACP.[/quote']

sounds good, im thinking a semi auto. Shotguns are too much IMO...

[MidgetTodd]

I prefer the MP5 Navy version with burst trigger group but thats just me.

[hollywood3586]

500 magnum short barrel

wow!!!! now i know thats too much for me...id like to have some walls left if someone was to break in. lol

[MidgetTodd]

If you want small then go with a 22. They are fine for defense and carry. Most snear at them because they dont know firearms and only want large caliber but a 22 will cause MASSIVE internal injury and is very deadly. Look at the Walther P22 line it's even made in pink for a lady like you.

[SAMBUSA]

Most importantly, get a gun you can handle. Not trying to sound like a sexist but a large caliber isn't always the best choice for a woman if she cant handle it. Stopping power is great but if it knocks you on your ass when you fire it, what good is that going to do for you?

[MidgetTodd]

If you learn to aim caliber size is irrelevant. The double tap is a fine art to learn as well.

That being said I have 22, 9 and 40 but will grab the 9 first.

[SAMBUSA]

If you learn to aim caliber size is irrelevant. The double tap is a fine art to learn as well.

Is that what the ladies tell you to help you feel better about yourself? They were lying to you, just so you know.

[NinjaNick]

I utilize a .357 with hollow points for home defense. Just know your hearing will be gone for a LONG time if you have to fire in a house.

[hollywood3586]

Most importantly, get a gun you can handle. Not trying to sound like a sexist but a large caliber isn't always the best choice for a woman if she cant handle it. Stopping power is great but if it knocks you on your ass when you fire it, what good is that going to do for you?

I sir, by no means, am a small woman. lol Im thinking of something smaller also to hide from my daughter. I have a three year old and have to keep it locked up. so for something being under my bed or in my closet i think a 9 is the choice we might go with.

[SAMBUSA]

I utilize a .357 with hollow points for home defense. Just know your hearing will be gone for a LONG time if you have to fire in a house.

You're also a big fucker. A 357 would knock her on her ass, which I'd pay to see:D