I am a pretty good sized guy. 6'3" 240 pounds. I tried the Mossberg pump with the pistol grip, and I quickly learned that it would not be my first choice in the heat of a short quick battle in my home. First of all, I don't trust myself shooting it from the hip, and if I aim it I am sure to bust my lip or lose a tooth from the recoil.

My choice was a double coach gun in 20 guage. It handles extremely well, and a 20 guage has all the power you will ever need at down the hall, or across the room range. It is just the wife and I at home so I go with #3 buckshot since she will be at my side. I know there is sentiment for the sound of a cycled shell from the pump, and I believe a pump is a good choice, but I prefer the silence factor. I am a firm believer if God forbid you have to defend yourself with a gun that you shoot to kill...not scare. The sound of a pump will certainly scare the intruder, but the bullet from his gun will have no idea or give a hoot he just soiled his pants once it's headed in your general proximity.

C. Davis