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Old March 26, 2011, 06:26 PM   #26
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This thread is silly. I have this image of a homeowner donning vests, helmets and vests because they heard a noise. Not practical.
Yeah donning a tac-vest and helmet to check out a noise is a bit silly. But that's not the original point of this thread. I was asking originally if using a duty belt was practical in a home defense situation.

I've come to the conclusion, that in most cases it would be better just to grab the gun and flashlight, but it could be useful in certain situations to have a belt and holster that could be put on in just a few seconds.
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Old March 27, 2011, 02:07 AM   #27
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You go with whats best for you!! Dont worry about all the naysayers, it's your bacon you have to protect, if it takes a wheelbarrow!!
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Old March 27, 2011, 04:00 AM   #28
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+1 for F's remarks...

I agree, when you wake up and hear a loud noise or have a break-in, you need to act quickly. To grab a firearm, white light & cordless/cell phone seems fastest but to don a armored vest or put a utility belt on with gear isn't that big of a reach.
The violent attack/family murder(s) in CT are a good example or the reported "Craigslist" attack where a family selling a jewelry item online turned into a violent home invasion with multiple subjects.

A security plan & the proper gear are what YOU choose.

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Old March 27, 2011, 08:51 AM   #29
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Just try to be a little extra careful snapping all that gear on if you sleep in the buff.
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