General 6 reasons why shotguns are better than AR-15s

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fob

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I much prefer a shotgun for home defense, less chance of accidentally shooting someone a mile away.

I play a lot of airsoft so I know how to breach doors, clear room, and basic tactics for cqb

A carbine works best overall but in real life over penetration is a problem in a house with other people in it
AR bullet tumbles soon as it hits anything. Has less penetration than handguns or buckshots
 

ArodJohns

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A carbine works best overall but in real life over penetration is a problem in a house with other people in it
While you're correct to be concerned about over penetration, supposedly shotguns and handguns have higher chances of penetration than a 5.56 AR.
 

Mutant

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I prefer a shogun for home defense. First rounds buck shots, the 3 slugs, and finish off with 2 flame thrower rounds we burning this shit to ground!
 

gregbrady

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I’m rocking full metal jacket 7.62x39mm rounds for home defense. My neighbors better hope nobody breaks in. The entire neighborhood will be collateral damage
 

SongExotic2

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I’m rocking full metal jacket 7.62x39mm rounds for home defense. My neighbors better hope nobody breaks in. The entire neighborhood will be collateral damage
God have mercy on the souls that try To steal your love eggs.
 

RhinoNite

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My Scottish side came to Canada in the 1700s. That's were I get my angst...lol.
 

Lennybishop

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They were German but got out before WW1.
Central and the hill country of Texas. Has a lot of German heritage. Shiner brewery was started by German immigrants. It's the oldest independent brewery in Texas. Damn good beer to.
 

Hody

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To each their own. IMO pick the best weapon platform for you. I previously posted a vid (on a different forum) of various leading firearms trainers, many of whom were former Spec Ops, and they all had their personal preferences and why. The point being....what is best for me, may not be what is best for you. Doesn't mean either one of us is right or wrong.
 

Dead Meat

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I like the video - if you get hit with 00 or a slug it's pretty much game over man.

For me a pissed off shepherd and my HK .45 should suffice.