Self Defense Shotguns

Mossbergs are fine weapons. My favorite is a Winchester "Defender" 1300. Holds seven rounds and can take 3" mags. If you like the judge, check out the circuit judge. It is along the same lines but in rifle form, very sweet and great for camping, fishing, etc... Remember one thing when choosing a weapon for home defense, most homes have restricting areas.Think about doorways, hallways, bathrooms, bedrooms. Is there enough room to turn 360' and still maintain good shooting posture? I always keep one handgun close to the bed, a shotgun in the closet, and a high powered rifle next to the shotgun. Of course none of it matters if you don't know they are there. (Like when they stole my truck last week!)

I read about that and what a bummer. That truly sucks.

My house is small and brick (I've always liked brick houses and I was raised in one), 800 sq ft but the garage is close to a 1000. I'm thinking that the Msbg would be too much indoors and my .357 would be plenty, although it would be great in my pop up camper for bear and other 'neer do wells. It's always nice to have back up though and having that big Mossberg at hand would be nice..... just in case....like an insurance policy.

A mini-14 wouldn't be the ideal home defense weapon, but if it was closest to me, I'd use it. Done deal.