Is a rifle the "right choice" for HD?

[TLE2]

You are responsible for collateral damage.

I think a MOAB would be appropriate self defense to Pig. I could be wrong.

[sdmc530]

Rifle if all you have its all you have but no I don't believe its the best option. First up is probably a 12g.....but I use a pistol. A rifle round will go long ways through walls....that is bad.

[DaFadda]

Consider frangible ammo. It was mandated at the indoor range I was a member of in Connecticut for rifle rounds. Going into the human body, it imparts all its energy at the same time. AKA... "makes a mess inside". But if it hits a wall, it might get through one sheet of sheet rock before it breaks up. Much better round for apartment/condo dweller IMHO.

Sinterfire Ammunition and components

http://www.Sinterfire.com

Da

[pitor]

Pistol for me as well, I'm well trained and can maneuver much easily with pistol in hand. I don't own a shotty or a black rifle.

[JohnR]

Basic rule, know your target and what's behind it.

[sdmc530]

this^^^ is so simple but brilliant. But in the heat of the moment if a break in is happening most people I would bet don't think of this.

[pitor]

Originally Posted by sdmc530

this^^^ is so simple but brilliant. But in the heat of the moment if a break in is happening most people I would bet don't think of this.

Correct, in fight or flight mode with adrenalin rushing through the veins, tunnel vision, and auditory exclusion, the last thing most non trained individuals are going to think about is background stop.

[DrHenley]

55 grain soft point prairie dog bullets. The original "frangibles."

However, I prefer a pistol caliber carbine loaded with hollow points because it's not as loud. I've lost enough hearing already.

[sdmc530]

Originally Posted by DrHenley

I've lost enough hearing already.

Something people don't think of. now I know there may be no time for such things but I have hearing protection in my gun spot so if there is a break in I can grab gun, light, and the hearing protection for Kaden. I don't want Lisa to have her ears covered because if I have to yell something I need her to hear me. But we have our drill down and know what to if need be.

Planning people, plan and practice its critical.