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Super-Dave · April 24, 2008, 11:53 AM

Suppose you have an AR-15, Glock 17, and a 7 shot remington 870.

Under what scenario would you be best off using the shotgun?

I was guessing its best use is against home intruders when you are inside the home. Some will argue the AR-15 is a better choice. However if the perpetrator is armed and you want to make sure the perpetrator cannot return fire after you shot him, I was thinking the shotgun with 00 buck was the best choice.

Any other scenario where you would be better off with the shotgun for defense?

April 24, 2008, 11:53 AM	#1
Super-Dave Senior Member Join Date: February 1, 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 795	When to use what for self defense. Suppose you have an AR-15, Glock 17, and a 7 shot remington 870. Under what scenario would you be best off using the shotgun? I was guessing its best use is against home intruders when you are inside the home. Some will argue the AR-15 is a better choice. However if the perpetrator is armed and you want to make sure the perpetrator cannot return fire after you shot him, I was thinking the shotgun with 00 buck was the best choice. Any other scenario where you would be better off with the shotgun for defense? __________________ If you want a vision of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face - forever. George Orwell