Tuesday, December 8, 2009

On Self-Defense – 12/08/09

Beyond The Concealed Carry Gun:
Arming for Home Defense
by Duane A. Daiker

  What you choose to defend your homestead will most likely be the difference between life and death. Is bigger really better? Whether you choose a handgun, rifle or shotgun we have advice here on all three...
  Over time, I have come to the conclusion that a shotgun is the quintessential home defense weapon.  First, shotguns are extremely versatile.  There is a wide variety of ammo available, from bird shot, to buck shot, to slugs.  Ammo choices can be tailored for use inside a home, where over penetration of walls can be an issue, or for much longer ranges.  Shotguns can throw a brutally effective shot pattern at ten feet, or can be deadly accurate with slugs at 100 yards or more.  Other types of specialty loads can fit most every need in between those ranges.  New loads are even available that greatly reduce felt recoil, even with serious defensive loads.  Read More

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