Which hand gun is the best to protect your family and home?

by Chef Posted January 07, 2008 19:15:47
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cosmiceyes versus Marxist s... March 10, 2009 20:15:43

In my opinion it is...

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It will be the one you practice with the most. It will be the one you can shoot between the eyes of the culprit if you come home to a hostage situation.If you can't do this with a handgun might I suggest a Bull pup assault rifle or even a lever action rifle in 357 an 44 magnum.Hostages are generally tortured before being murdered anyway.So I have just so many inches of the butt wipes body to connect with.I have instructed family that I will count to 3 out loud while I aim.They are to simply drop to the floor.I pull the trigger.So again the gun you shoot the best. :)'s
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euan.forbes1 January 20, 2012 15:59:53

None of the above

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I would trust my life with a glock or colt both are really reliable guns

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Ruger February 25, 2011 05:40:57

In my opinion it is...

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Side by side 12 ga coach gun

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LIBERTY OR DEATH November 18, 2009 21:44:59

None of the above

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SAIGA 12 WITH A 30 ROUND DRUM FULL OF 00 BUCKSHOT

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AmmoLou September 28, 2009 22:39:49

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I like my xd-40 semi auto, but for best protection, use a shotgun!

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tripp April 05, 2009 10:31:25

In my opinion it is...

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no hand gun i prefer the 12 gauge shotgun with buckshot

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cosmiceyes versus Marxist s... March 10, 2009 20:15:43

In my opinion it is...

+3
It will be the one you practice with the most. It will be the one you can shoot between the eyes of the culprit if you come home to a hostage situation.If you can't do this with a handgun might I suggest a Bull pup assault rifle or even a lever action rifle in 357 an 44 magnum.Hostages are generally tortured before being murdered anyway.So I have just so many inches of the butt wipes body to connect with.I have instructed family that I will count to 3 out loud while I aim.They are to simply drop to the floor.I pull the trigger.So again the gun you shoot the best. :)'s

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Chef February 04, 2009 23:35:01

In my opinion it is...

45 S&W; M&P;

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Mr.Brat aka MrDazzling January 06, 2009 01:22:38

In my opinion it is...

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Springfield compact 45, V10 or XD both have plenty of stopping power...

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Krashman December 16, 2008 22:30:34

In my opinion it is...

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The one that fits your hand and can be easily used when you are in a sleep deprived, it's dark and does not fall apart.

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Scoop December 05, 2008 03:03:55

In my opinion it is...

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It's the one that fits your hand and feels comfortable for you to fire. I have Taurus PT 99, .9 mil. in stainless steel. It took trying about a dozen different weapons, before I found one that really felt comfortable, and that was easiest to control. My daughter prefers a .22, and my husband, well, he has his arsenal! I hear people arguing about this gun or another, but if the gun doesn't feel good in the shooters hand, they will never fire it as well, as one that does.

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Underfrog July 04, 2008 13:55:51 (edited)

In my opinion it is...

Any on the wall, as long as it is loaded.

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Libertarian Right April 18, 2008 23:10:36
kodiak March 19, 2008 02:53:44

In my opinion it is...

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I prefer the 500 Smith & Wesson. Nobody will argue with it if you pull back the hammer. However, I still think a shotgfun works best.

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AmmoLou to kodiak September 28, 2009 22:40:51

Holy Shit, I'd be afraid to pull the trigger on that!

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Conker Pucci March 17, 2008 22:21:44
BITE ME! March 10, 2008 19:19:59

In my opinion it is...

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Grendel P30

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Donnie March 02, 2008 19:34:33

In my opinion it is...

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Colt 45 will do it

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bill March 02, 2008 04:39:02

In my opinion it is...

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45 army semiauto

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Mr.Brat... to bill January 06, 2009 01:23:40

Ah yes nothing like a 1911...

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Regulus [99 - INSHALLAH] February 17, 2008 01:26:29

In my opinion it is...

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An AK-74U.
Rifle cartridge, short maneuverable barrel, ostensibly full-auto.

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Christi... to Regulus... February 18, 2008 09:40:13

Sweeeeeet

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doc February 16, 2008 23:19:33

In my opinion it is...

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Nothin beats a .45 to put the odds in yer favor!

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Sister ... to doc February 16, 2008 23:22:55

+3

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Christi... to Sister ... February 18, 2008 09:39:22

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That's Awesome! LOL

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Mr.Brat... to doc January 06, 2009 01:25:46

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Amen got one for each hand and a spare if needed...

not to mention I only have to reload one caliber.

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Headhunter 13 February 08, 2008 21:48:46

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The one you shot the best. I am looking into a Taurus made The Judge. It shoots .45LC and .410 GA shotgun shells in a 5 shot revolver. I fige a .410 then a .45 and if they still some do it over again. But I do carry and keep on my nightstand a Sig P229 .45

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Christi... to Headhun... February 18, 2008 09:42:15

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Funny! I mentioned the same gun in a similar poll... I read that the Judge is about $530. Sounds worth it!

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Headhun... to Christi... February 18, 2008 13:28:59

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I hav eseen them cheaper, Trying to get a chance to shoot one.

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Mr.Brat... to Christi... January 06, 2009 01:27:02

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Ah yes this would do the trick and then some....

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Steeleye to Christi... March 10, 2009 18:52:41

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The judge was featured in the movie "Max Payne" as a door opener. It is a sweet piece of hardware if a little short on rounds. Hit what you shoot at and that won't matter.

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Chef to Christi... March 12, 2009 00:09:34

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WOW , looks bad..ss.
Gotta try this out.

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Bunny Gurl ♥ January 09, 2008 19:49:08

In my opinion it is...

A little 22 with a scope. ;)

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Headhun... to Bunny G... February 08, 2008 21:50:05

a scope does not help at night or unless you have time

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Mr.Brat... to Bunny G... January 06, 2009 01:30:02

Unless you hit someone in the head or heart, you are going to just pisst them off... home defense is at least a 9m per my range master.

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Sue January 08, 2008 23:25:37

None of the above

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I would need someone to advise me on this, I have never owned or shot a handgun. I have looked at some and the problem I have is that I'm not very strong-like to pull the thing on top back. (you can laugh at me, I don't even know the correct terminology!!!)

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Chef to Sue January 23, 2008 04:05:32

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Nobody is laughing. Try a 38 snub nose. That should do the trick. easy to handle, very little kick back and it gets the job done at short distance.

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Headhun... to Sue February 08, 2008 21:51:00

called racking the slide to chamber a round. My girlfriend has the same problem with some semiautos. Coch the hammer first and it is easier

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Sue to Headhun... February 29, 2008 23:11:52

Thanks for the info. Since I posted my comment I have actually gone to the shooting range with my son and shot a 25 handgun-way to little and kicks up alot. I also shot his 22 rifle. I really like that better.
And thank you Chef for not laughing at me. I had the guys at the shooting range cracking up-there was a guy there with 2 huge, Dirty Harry type guns and even though we wore ear protection I still jumped every time he shot it!

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Headhun... to Sue March 01, 2008 00:12:10

.22 are fun nd we have 2 pistold for plinking but They are not that effective for home defense. My GF shots a 9MM Sig and my Sig P220 .45. Think about atautus The Judge revolver. It cab shout 410 GA shotgun shells

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Scoop to Sue December 05, 2008 03:17:46

Sue don't let them put you off. Most shooters are very friendly and will gladly share their knowledge with a beginner. We all started sometime. I find the men don't always take me seriously either, until they see me shoot. When they realize I know what I'm doing, they give me my propers. I would suggest you go to a gun show, or dealer, that has many weapons you can hold and get a grip on. When you find one that feels good, try an indoor range that rents weapons, and try them out. It's a big investment, so you want a gun that is going to work for you when you need it. I use a .9 mil. You can get a .22 handgun, too. A .40 cal. Smith and Wesson doesn't have much more kick than a 9 mil, but it has good stopping power. Good luck with your search.

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