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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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But much, much harder to keep locked up while still allowing easy access if needed.
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Originally Posted by jyl
A snubnose is not a casual shooter or newbies gun. It is hard to shoot accurately, even if accurately means a dinner plate at 20 feet. Even in 38 SPL they kick hard. I think it is not a good idea unless she's going to put a couple hundred rounds/yr through it. A 5" or 6" barrel makes a big difference.
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A good point. My S&W 686+ with a 6" barrel has a little kick when shooting .357. Loaded with .38 Special my kids enjoy shooting it, very benign.
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