I know this might be a little late since the purchase has already been made.
I'm certainly not knocking the 20 ga, especially for a female shooter it's more than adequate as a defense gun. My issue more revolves around the pump-action. As a personal preference a handgun is a much better home defense choice than a longgun IMO.
I've not experienced this personally (since I'm not female) so I'm going out on a limb, but I've spoken with a smaller-statured female shooter whom I trust who says that under stress the pump-action can be problematic for her due to the reach and length of the action. If there are any female shooters in the know on this forum, please speak up if I'm wrong.
Another LEO/competitive shooter I know has repeatedly recommended a Stoeger Coach Gun for a home defense gun especially for a smaller woman. They are available in 20ga and the fact that it has no action means it's significantly shorter and quicker handling in confined spaces. Despite only two shots they can be reloaded quickly.
I know people like the sound of that "rack" and think it's going to make the BG s$!t himself (maybe...maybe not) but a gun is for making much louder noises....and much larger holes.
Just my $0.02.
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