Had an uninvited visitor in my shop this morning!

Shotgun is the best bet, no training required. A pistol is quite a bit harder to shoot and be accurate with. I think you can still buy a shotgun in Canada? Right?

[JSLRacing]

We can not defend our property using a weapon.. It's right in our constitution.

Self defense is not an excuse up here to shoot someone.

[Dgal]

Originally Posted by JSLRacing

We can not defend our property using a weapon.. It's right in our constitution.

Self defense is not an excuse up here to shoot someone.

Well....can't you put the perp on the AHFS committee? That'll teach them.

[nickh]

In Texas after dark you have the right to defend your property including the use of deadly force. If there is an intruder on my property after dark I have no idea what his intent is, I can shoot then call the police.

[X-TECH MAN]

Originally Posted by JSLRacing

We can not defend our property using a weapon.. It's right in our constitution.

Self defense is not an excuse up here to shoot someone.

I would move if it were me. WTF ! You can't even defend yourselves? Buch of #ussy politicians up there if you ask me. What about a Cross Bow or heavy baseball bat? Is that against the law to? Not worth a damn though if the perp is armed.

[JSLRacing]

Originally Posted by X-TECH MAN

I would move if it were me. WTF ! You can't even defend yourselves? Buch of #ussy politicians up there if you ask me. What about a Cross Bow or heavy baseball bat? Is that against the law to? Not worth a damn though if the perp is armed.

Nope.. we can't beat him with a bat either..LOL

[Peter Ash]

Originally Posted by X-TECH MAN

I would move if it were me. WTF ! You can't even defend yourselves? Buch of #ussy politicians up there if you ask me. What about a Cross Bow or is that against the law to.

Hadn't you noticed the part of detained untill police arrived.

Friend of mine (former Pathfinder) also had the privelege of detaining a suspect, lol.

Without a gun culture, Some can still rely on fists. Guns cut down on the fun time. lol.

[jeff g]

My shop is about 100 yards from my house alarm is ALWAYS set even if I go to the parts store in the afternoon. Weapon's of choice are AR15, AK47,and a Taurus Judge. Like a Cop friend of mine told me once just make sure you "drag the body's back inside"

[Pete Beau]

Originally Posted by Todd Hoven

Shotgun is the best bet, no training required. A pistol is quite a bit harder to shoot and be accurate with. I think you can still buy a shotgun in Canada? Right?

All firearms for self defense need to be practiced with. The macho factor always kicks-in regarding shooting someone for self defense and/ or property theft. Although I don’t have anything against it doing so will put you into a serious legal situation. ALL SHOOTINGS ARE INITIALY CONSIDERED HOMICIDES! You now have to prove that it was self defense and you believe your life was in danger.

For the house I do have short, self defense style 12 gage shotguns. None have a shell in the pipe because most people, especially thugs, know that distinctive sound of pumping one into the chamber! Many times that is all that is needed and during night time, quiet conditions you can hear that sound a long ways.

[X-TECH MAN]

Originally Posted by Pete Beau

All firearms for self defense need to be practiced with. The macho factor always kicks-in regarding shooting someone for self defense and/ or property theft. Although I don’t have anything against it doing so will put you into a serious legal situation. ALL SHOOTINGS ARE INITIALY CONSIDERED HOMICIDES! You now have to prove that it was self defense and you believe your life was in danger.

For the house I do have short, self defense style 12 gage shotguns. None have a shell in the pipe because most people, especially thugs, know that distinctive sound of pumping one into the chamber! Many times that is all that is needed and during night time, quiet conditions you can hear that sound a long ways.

Yes....the perp HAS to be inside your home and you need to fear for your life. I have several lawyer and county sheriff friends who told me long ago what to say and do upon arrival of the police. Some states (USA) are much better than others. Some "Commie" liberal states wont allow you to defend yourself with a screw driver. Florida considers your car/truck the same as your home so car jackers beware. Know the laws in your state and be able to defend yourself. If firearms make you nervous.....dont own one. I grew up with them all my life. They are a "tool" to be respected. No Macho factor implied. I WILL use one in self defense of my life with no regrets. Do NOT carry a firearm (in the states that allow it) unless you are prepared to use deadly force if ever necessary. It could be taken from you and used against you. Its funny.....I have a conceled weapon permit to carry a pistol (loaded) yet its illegal for me to carry a conceled knife or tazer. Unreal ! Oh yeah....a nice long 1/2 inch breaker bar makes a great "baseball bat" to keep in your vehicle. It goes without saying that if you own and carry a weapon you should be able to use it correctly. Same deal for a house bound weapon.