Originally Posted by
Canonshooter
Interesting discussion.
The point about "social acceptance" of the shotgun is IMO a valid one - it is on this single point that the shotgun trumps the AR. With the way the media works nowadays, a home owner defending his family with an "assault rifle" would far more likely make the news then if a shotgun was used. It's sad, it sucks, but it is unfortunately reality.
In regards to the effectiveness of 12 gauge 00 buck vs. 5.56 at close range, my vote is "none of the above" - I wouldn't want to be shot by either. Within the confines of my home, I would not feel undergunned with either, but once we move outside and range increases, it's the AR that would be my choice in a defensive situation. That said, I can easily envision what might transpire during a home invasion, but once the battle moves outside of those four walls, it is IMO no longer a "home invasion" and how the legal use of deadly force would apply ("castle doctrine") becomes more open to interpretation - especially in the mind of a left-leaning DA.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not getting myself wrapped around the politically correct axle, but it is IMO one of the best points made in the OP.
It really depends on the political enviroment where you live. But frankly politics is the last thing you should worry about when your life is on the line. Use the most effective tool.
Pat
Serving as a LEO since 1999.
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Armorer for AR15, 1911, Glocks and Remington 870 shotguns.
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