A Shotgun is my recommended "only" homestead gun.

[Bmi48219]

….. I still prefer my long gun, would rather deal with a threat at 400 yds than 4 yds.

Personally, I don’t know if I could distinguish between a threat and a friend at 400 yards, unless they were carrying a large sign.

[Texas by God]

The Remington 870 Youth in 20GA is a really underrated weapon. It's not just a 12GA with a different barrel. The whole thing is scaled down, and it's very easy to handle for probably everyone in a household.

Correct. And they hunt real well too.
I wish that my 12 gauge 870 had a vent rib barrel the same length as my sons 870 Youth.


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[Sitzme]

I have a nephew who is a LEO in AK. He got bear sprayed in the face during a traffic stop and there was some concern that he was going to lose his vision. It all worked out for him. The perp was not treated kindly during the arrest however...

Not saying don't use it, just be aware that it is some potent stuff and the victim will need medical attention.

Like others, I favor a 12ga pump w/target loads and a M1911. A .22 mag revolver for the wife when I am away since she is comfortable with that gun but not so much with others. Dogs are great even if we don't have one.

Mostly I try to live where there are fewer problems. Not a choice available to all though.