Originally posted by Kremithefrog: A shotgun filled with slugs.
i very much have to disagree!
buckshot is best for home defense. i suppose you'll want reasons so i'll list them here so you don't have to waste a post (i know how you hate when that happens).
1) wide dispersal pattern ....a) you're frequently in a low light situation ....b) you've likely just waken up ....c) your nerves/adrenaline will make accuracy tough ....d) multiple perps? if they are near each other, bonus!
2) lower projectile speed/low penetration depth ....a) got kids or neighbors that you like? then you probably don't want bullets penetrating through the walls!
i'm sure there are others, but these are all the reasons i need. 
02 Mustang GT... Tuned by Nelsons. Low 12's, anyone? 
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