Which rifle?

[81911SC]

Not compared to a shotgun.

[The12lber]

Not compared to a shotgun.

Kill a lot of people recently? You're not going to have any problem defending yourself with a medium impulse, high caliber hand gun in .40 auto or .45 ACP.

[81911SC]

Kill a lot of people recently? You're not going to have any problem defending yourself with a medium impulse, high caliber hand gun in .40 auto or .45 ACP.

Long guns, be they rifles or shotguns, are more powerful, more intimidating, and easier to aim. If you think that any of those reasons don't matter, then that's fine for you, but don't go around telling other people not to pick a long gun. The fact is that the only real reason for pistols is because you can't concealed-carry a long gun, and in a home defense situation that's not a concern.

[The12lber]

Long guns, be they rifles or shotguns, are more powerful, more intimidating, and easier to aim. If you think that any of those reasons don't matter, then that's fine for you, but don't go around telling other people not to pick a long gun. The fact is that the only real reason for pistols is because you can't concealed-carry a long gun, and in a home defense situation that's not a concern.

Actually, all I've been saying is that both have their merits and are perfectly adequate for self defense. Also, a rifle isn't ideal for home defense since it will over penetrate and potentially injure someone else. Reading comprehension more please.