I have several. I am a business owner in a downtown area. I have a pistol permit and I usually carry it. I am well trained in its use although I pray to god I never have to use it. I also have a shotgun in my bedroom with a special load that will stop someone but will not go through a wall. I am also well trained on that.
While the shotgun is arguably the best home defense weapon, there are better options overall...like a poodle and a telephone. The poodle barks, you dial 911 :)
I like shooting. In many ways for me it is like how people enjoy bowling. It is a skill test.
Too bad it is nearly impossible to get a gun in Ireland :( Maybe you need to come visit
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