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Originally Posted by Chiefspants
Hey all! Now that I’m a homeowner and expecting a son this October, I’ve been wanting to get back into gun ownership (target practice with Pops was one of my favorite childhood memories).
Anywho, I’ve been thinking about a shotgun that my wife would be able to handle and one that could shoot less than lethal rounds. I’d want my wife to be just as confident as I am around it in case she ever did need to arm herself for any reason. I grew up shooting a 62 Winchester rifle with my Dad, so I know this would be a lot different - so I’d also be curious about how easy it would be to go to a range for practice with the type of shotgun I’m looking for - anywho.
I’d also like a safe that would be “teenage son” proof in case he ever went poking around his parents bedroom. I know those are some lengthy requirements - but I thought this would be the thread to go to.
Thanks in advance!
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They make some pretty cool little .410 shotguns. They’d for sure be less than lethal. They’d be good for the kid to start with in a few years. I’d probably do a 20 gauge. Whatever she’s comfortable with. Dads got one I started with as a kid and it’s a nice lightweight smooth shooting gun. 20 gauge is a good little shell.
Real talk though. If you are are looking for a home defense weapon, I’d think you want lethal. If someone gets hit by a non-lethal round they can still get a weapon and kill you to get away. You damn sure want to know what you’re pulling the trigger on, but if you’re going to shoot someone, do it. Don’t half ass if you’re to the point that you’re going to shoot someone.