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Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte
In all honesty, the best home defense weapon is either an SBR (short-barreled rifle) or an SBS (shotgun) loaded with appropriate ammunition. I have yet to find a "fast access" safe for this application.
Ask yourself why SWAT teams enter structures with SBR AR-15s, MP5s, etc. and not pistols, full-size carbines, or full-size shotguns.
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Kinda hard to maneuver a shotgun or even a SBS around a corner in your home compared to a handgun.
Handguns require only one hand to shoot, so if a perp disables one of my hands by a lucky shot, I can still defend myself. A bit more difficult to do with a bulky shotgun. IF I'm setup behind a bed or behind a wall or shelf, it takes more effort and more exposure of my body to raise and aim a shotgun or rifle than it does to aim a handgun.
Dont' forget - SWAT is ENTERING a structure - you are DEFENDING your life - taking a stand. When I'm in a defensive position, I want to be as flexible and have as many options available to me. Having a longer weapon decreases both.
-Z