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AK71 · March 12, 2013, 01:12 PM

I'm new to guns and have been reading articles/discussions about best HD options. My only experience with shotguns is holding a few in stores and the heft is a little intimidating. I feel fairly comfortable with the advantages/disadvantages but not which factors I should weigh the most heavily. No matter the decision, I will have a handgun close by but I need convincing to add a shotgun. Here is a my situation, please let me know what you would do:

1) I live in a generally suburban area interspersed with farmland (subrural?)
2) My house is two-stories in a subdivision with 1/3 to 1/2 acre lots
3) I have two children under 10
4) My state is gun-friendly and I've already joined a club that has practice facilities
5) I'm 6'2" and in pretty good shape

Those were the types of issues I saw mentioned but I'm probably missing some decision points.

Fire away!

March 12, 2013, 01:12 PM	#1
AK71 Member Join Date: March 9, 2013 Location: Central PA Posts: 42	Should I get a shotgun for HD? I'm new to guns and have been reading articles/discussions about best HD options. My only experience with shotguns is holding a few in stores and the heft is a little intimidating. I feel fairly comfortable with the advantages/disadvantages but not which factors I should weigh the most heavily. No matter the decision, I will have a handgun close by but I need convincing to add a shotgun. Here is a my situation, please let me know what you would do: 1) I live in a generally suburban area interspersed with farmland (subrural?) 2) My house is two-stories in a subdivision with 1/3 to 1/2 acre lots 3) I have two children under 10 4) My state is gun-friendly and I've already joined a club that has practice facilities 5) I'm 6'2" and in pretty good shape Those were the types of issues I saw mentioned but I'm probably missing some decision points. Fire away!