Home Protection

Home protection firearms, my picks...

Depending on a few issues like budget, skill level, type of house-property-general area, etc I highly suggest a simple DA/SA or even better a DA only .357magnum/.38spl or .44magnum/.44spl revolver.
A factory new S&W PC or M&P 8 round .357magnum or the great Ruger GP100 or SP101 would do very well. Custom features like DA only(remove spur , single action parts) and a Crimsontrace grip; www.crimsontrace.com would be smart too.
A S&W model 29/629 or a better selection: a Ruger Super Redhawk/AK snub .44magnum with .44spl loads could work well also.

For top gunsmith work see; Clark Custom Guns in MO or www.Geminicustoms.com .
Ported barrels, DA only systems and plate-coatings can be worth the $$$.

CF
 
I'd usually recommend a shotgun. The length of the firearm makes instinctive aiming easier, and a 12 gauge with buckshot or slugs has a very high chance of stopping someone immediately (nothing is guaranteed).

For handguns, revolvers are simpler to operate. No manual safeties, and most malfunctions simply require pulling the trigger again. Also, spring issues are substantially reduced.
That said, if you are willing to train, semi-autos can be great firearms. I really like the 1911 design, but if you do not train with it, the safety can present issues. (Namely leaving it on when you go to fire!)

For a handgun, I would recommend a mid to large sized revolver or a Glock/XD/M&P--if you will only give yourself minimal training.
If you are willing to train on at least a semi-regular basis--go with whatever you feel comfortable with. (I'd HIGHLY recommend something at or above .38spl or 9x19mm.)
 
The ONLY possible answer to this question is a custom tuned top-of-the-line 1911 with as many titanium parts as possible, an extended beavertail, laser sights, 30 round extended mag, extended barrel fitted with a compensator and chambered in .50 acp Magnum.

Or, you know, an old Sears 12 gauge...
 
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