Originally Posted by Crompsin

You should trade priority places with your pistol and your rifle, bro.

Seems most gung-ho males have a "be-all-end-all" handgun fetish.

A compact shoulder arm with a flashlight is 100% better than any handgun for a "oh shit someone is in my house" situation.

Ammo is a huge factor, of course... but we're all intelligent here so let's not start that debate.

IMHO: Pistols are what you use to get to your rifle or for concealed carry.

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Or get a shotgun. Any major brand will do and they're cheap piece of mind.