[quote=drunkle]
or get the double barrel 12 from big 5, about 250 advertised. then get a hacksaw. a full size rifle in the house doesn’t seem terribly maneuverable.
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I was going to suggest the Big 5 special also (Mossberg 500 with 18.5″ and 26″ barrels). It’s the best deal going! I got mine there over 15 years ago when they were under two hundred bucks. They are ugly and kind of crude compared to some slick-shooting pumps I’ve used, but they work great.

No need for for the hacksaw, either. Just get a $20.00 aftermarket pistol grip and bolt it on. I shoot mine single-handed sometimes, it’s a hoot.

As far as handguns, leave the semi-autos to professionals who maintain and fire their weapons on a regular basis. I’ll take a Ruger GP100 6″ in stainless, thankyouverymuch. If a .357 Magnum can’t get the job done, nothing will. You can also shoot .38 Special at the range to save money and your wrist.