Home defence and a rifle really dont mix...have you hunted before? Are you familiar with firearms?

Pump Shotgun with buckshot says "GET OUT!" very easily....Shotgun with a slug now your hunting.

Why are you 19 and worrying about home defence anyways???

IfI were buying a rifle for hunting deer Id get a 270win...If i were buying a gun for home defence id have a hand gun or a 12gauge shotgun loaded up with 00 Buckshot.