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Old November 16, 2006, 10:08 AM   #1
braindead0
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Uneven 8" concrete block walls and ricochet

I'm finishing up our basement for my wife to use as a studio (works at home), and I'm evaluating a new defense firearm purchase (any excuse ;-).. Previous work location was suitable for just about anything due to firing angles but I'm a bit concerned about ricochet from the very uneven block walls.

They 're being covered by 2x4stud walls (2 walls insulated) and 1/2" drywall which perhaps would be enough to catch anything that might try to bounce off?

It seems to me that shotgun in general would be very resistant to ricochet of any sort, and handgun cartridges (in a carbine perhaps) should be okay? Of course large caliber rifle might just punch in, but if the bullet hits at an angle I could see a possible problem.

I don't want this to turn into the 'best home defense gun' type thread, just looking for input on caliber/type choices for a room built outta concrete block...

thanks!
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