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0351A · December 18, 2012, 06:29 AM

Obviously a pistol is needed if she wants to carry, but that may be a problem given eyesight problems. As for home defense is do believe that shotguns are the best choice in most situations. Did she try any lighter load shells? I know that target rounds won't have near the effect of buck, but I think it should serve nicely in a home. As to the recoil, if you have the cash there are many with really nice but stocks available. Otherwise, I am reminded that quite a few cases of successful self defense involved a 22, rifle or pistol. It seems to be more than enough to scare off intruders, and still wounds quite handily in the confines of a home. If she really has allot of trouble handling anything bigger, it's something to consider. Or a 20 Guage for that matter.

December 18, 2012, 06:29 AM	#2
0351A Member Join Date: December 17, 2012 Posts: 21	Suggestions Obviously a pistol is needed if she wants to carry, but that may be a problem given eyesight problems. As for home defense is do believe that shotguns are the best choice in most situations. Did she try any lighter load shells? I know that target rounds won't have near the effect of buck, but I think it should serve nicely in a home. As to the recoil, if you have the cash there are many with really nice but stocks available. Otherwise, I am reminded that quite a few cases of successful self defense involved a 22, rifle or pistol. It seems to be more than enough to scare off intruders, and still wounds quite handily in the confines of a home. If she really has allot of trouble handling anything bigger, it's something to consider. Or a 20 Guage for that matter.