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Remington 870, 12Ga, 21" barrel, Pump-Action, Improved Choke.

As always, pattern first. #00 buck is a bad choice for my gun; whereas #0, #1 and #4 buck will give me a nice even spread at 25 meters.
 
Stick with #4 or #6 shot. You said two things that make me say this: "room-to-room" and "children". I keep 2 3/4" magnum (high brass) #6 in mine because the longest possible shot for me would be 15-20 feet, and I have too many innocents around and over penetration is just not an option. 2 3/4" also gives me an extra shot. Shoot a can of pop at 15 feet with a #6 mag and tell me that won't stop a bad guy.
 
Software before hardware.
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Considerations for Hardware I do recommend:

-Motion lights front and back near doors for sure, in other areas to discourage areas hidden in darkeness. If one Appears prepared, BGs "might" seek easier prey.

-Solid metal doors, better locks with longer throws. Heavy duty chains, putting a "v" shaped 2x4 under door knob...pushing heavy chair in front of door...

Note: have a plan in the event of a fire to EXIT if extra security measures are installed...[ reason I'm not a big fan of bars on windows...]

-Using timers for lights , TV and Radio. Even if asleep, if it "appears" someone is up and awake, perhaps maybe the BGs will go to where it is all dark outside ( no motion lights) and all the lights are off inside the house.

-Drill holes in widow guides, patio window rails - top and bottom. Using 'obvious' big long nails - BGs cannot lift patio door off track, nor windows, they will have to bust them.

-Dogs are good...

-Interior motion lights and/ or emergency lighting is good. If the switch is tossed outside, power is off, and BGs see emergency lights come on...
...Or they do get into a room unnoticed - interior motion lights may change their mind.

-Alarms are good.

All these things must be used. One should test and practice using them - all the time. Being complacent is a bad habit anytime with anything. Brain, firearms, locking the door...

THEN...then if all the above deterrents does not discourage BGs - the TRAINING and KNOWLEDGE of one' s Shotguns ( firearms ) and definitions of Legal Stats on the use of Lethal force comes into play.

IMO

Steve
 
Thank you guys for all your help. My choice will be the Mosberg 500. The price is right and I like the thumb safety on the top rear of the receiver.
I hope I never have to use it except at the range.
 
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