The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Home defense longgun: Remington 11-87 (12ga) or Steyr AUG-Z (.223)?

kojak · August 10, 2005, 05:55 AM

"Be assured, I hit what I fire at."

A shotgun can utilize buck shot, very high probability to hit even if it's dark.

You just have more options, you could even identify the felon to make sure you don't shoot someone of your family and then switch of all light. Buck shot on the felon and it's over.

A .223 offers advantage in ranges above 50 yards. Not suitable for home defense. Just take a handgun as a backup and you'll be able to rescue hostages at close ranges. I'd prefer training with slugs though.

Stopping power of a shotgun is way better than .223!

August 10, 2005, 05:55 AM	#20
kojak Member Join Date: January 25, 2005 Posts: 98	"Be assured, I hit what I fire at." A shotgun can utilize buck shot, very high probability to hit even if it's dark. You just have more options, you could even identify the felon to make sure you don't shoot someone of your family and then switch of all light. Buck shot on the felon and it's over. A .223 offers advantage in ranges above 50 yards. Not suitable for home defense. Just take a handgun as a backup and you'll be able to rescue hostages at close ranges. I'd prefer training with slugs though. Stopping power of a shotgun is way better than .223!