shotgun vs rifle for home defense

[inSight-NEO]

I don't know if they really think they think that, and I am not going to read through all the threads to pull out all the quotes (including from a mod or two) that justified the increased risk buckshot/slugs pose to bystanders with justifications that fit into the catergory of bystanders lives are not as important as your own or your own family.

I would not say that is completely wrong, just that personally I don't belive it is completely right.

Check out the "box of truth" in terms of comparing the shotgun to many popular handgun HD loads. I mean, do you use a handgun for HD? If so, Im betting that handgun would prove to be just as penetrative, if not a bit more than, for instance, a shotgun loaded with 00 Buck. Yet many (and I mean many) prefer handguns over shotguns, go figure.

Nobody seems to think much of the comparisons, but it is certainly worth considering. Besides, I do not think that one should be considered irresponsible simply because he/she chooses to use 00 buckshot or even slugs out of their HD weapon. Now, I will admit that I think slugs (out of almost any SG load) are much more "specific" in nature and not quite as necessary/safe for HD use. But, in terms of 00 Buckshot...not the same category.

Many (as was mentioned within another thread) seem to base their chosen load on the "what if I miss" factor. Sounds a bit defeatist if you ask me. Im more concerned with hitting (and it being effective) vs. missing. Do I lack concern for my neighbors or loved ones? Absolutely NO!! But, if something horrible is going down within the walls of my home, I want to feel confident in my weapon, my abilities, and my chosen load....all of which, hopefully, would mesh together and provide an effective means of stopping a violent or potentially violent assault in its tracks.

Regardless of this debate; rifle or shotgun...Id take either in order to preserve life.

 

[BushyGuy]

the 5.56x45mm NATO round is effective due to the hydrostatic shock when the bullet hits the torso, it can cause more devastating wound channel then a ak47 or a 12 gauge depends on the distance and type of .223 rem bullet.

i think the best results would be a 55gr FMJ cuz the hydrostatic shock will take effect closer ot the heart then a M855 .

M193 would be better coming out of a 16 inch carbine in a thin torso like aq somolian pirate.

i prefer my Bushmaster loaded with M193 bullets for self-defense and i choose the 11.5"HBAR cuz it will give me better barrier penetration then a 16 " carbine.