Speaking of which, where *is* Pax the last couple of months?
From what I read, maybe instead of a 12ga.,...
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especially if she isn't use to firearms.
Maybe consider an M1 Carbine, stock pouch to hold the mags ( have children, here), low recoil, good for HD and critters up to small deer.
If the husband is working on the slope, he
should be able to afford a lower priced,
self defense pistol or shotgun.
LordofWar
Your wife, weapon & ride are three things that are not meant for the friend.
No - point the gun at someone if and only if you would be justified under the law to employ an instrument of lethal force. Also, your intent is to stop the incident, not to kill.
Implying that you intend to kill is not a good thing if the incident is ambiguous and/or goes awry.
Not for an all around defensive gun in brown bear country. Sh'ed be fine with a 12 gauge. Just practice with 2 3/4" slugs and carry 3" slugs when outside with the kids... throw some buckshot in the tube for unwanted houseguests at night.no love for the 20?
Even the SP101 with its chunky weight is uncomfortable at best to shoot and I would call it marginal at best on bears.
I think Wyobohunter confused the basic rules of gun safety with SD tactics when in a dangerous situation.
Your wife, personal weapon & ride are three things that are not meant for the friend.