[Main](:start) | [Military](military:main) # Guns This page provides descriptions and external blog links to a variety of guns that might be used for home defense. ## Rifles - [ARTICLE: Best Home Defense Rifles](https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-best-home-defense-rifles/) - [Springfield Armory SAINT Victor .300 BLK AR-15 Pistol](https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/blog/springfield-armory-saint-victor-300-blk-ar-15-pistol/) - [Mosin Nagant](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mosin%E2%80%93Nagant) - 8.8lb, range=550-875yd - [Remington 700](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remington_Model_700) - [Remington 700 Creedmore](https://www.sportsmans.com/shooting-gear-gun-supplies/rifles/remington-model-700-magpul-black-bolt-action-rifle-65-creedmoor/p/1480406?msclkid=e29b9ca4da1f10f246b7fd119e8dcabc&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Bing%20-%20DSA%20-%20Category%20Pages&utm_term=shooting%20gear%20gun%20supplies%20rifles%20&utm_content=Range%20Gear) - 8.75lb, - [ARTICLE: Best .308 Rifles](https://nationalinterest.org/blog/reboot/these-are-best-308-rifles-ever-194735) - [Remington 700 PCR](https://shootingmystery.com/best-308-rifle/#5_Remington_700_PCR) - .308 caliber, Bolt action, 24" barrel, 5 rounds, 10.5lbs - ((TBD - 30.06)) - ((TBD - .443)) - ((TBD - .223)) - [AR-15](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AR-15_style_rifle) - semi-auto, normally chambered in .223 Remington or 5.56×45mm NATO, 6.5-7.0 lbs weight, 3152 FPS, 54-56gr (62-77gr NATO) - [AR-10](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ArmaLite_AR-10) - platform, TBD - [AK-47](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-47) - platform, TBD - [DISCUSSION: AK-203](https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4124828/posts) ## Shotguns - [ARTICLE: 10 Best Home Defense Shotguns](https://www.pewpewtactical.com/best-home-defense-tactical-shotguns/) - [ARTICLE: Slugs vs. Buckshot and Shotgun Barrel Types](https://ammo.com/comparison/buckshot-vs-slug) - Mossberg 500 (try to get the pistol grip separately) - Mossberg 590a1 - Better(?), but more expensive - Mossberg Maverick Short Barreled 12 gauge - Benelli M4 (highly recommended multiple times) (M2 might be acceptable) - Stevens (cheap and "good", available at Walmart) - Remington 870 - 6+1 capacity, 18.5 in. barrel (light available from SureFire) - New 870's need re-coating, and trigger housing needs to be upgraded to metal. - Remington TAC 13 - ("looks the part") - Keltec KS7 - TBD - Beretta 1301 Tactical - Highly recommended - Remington 1100 - TBD - Recommendation - Benelli M4 or Beretta 1301 for semi, Rem 870 or Mos 500 for pump) - Interesting - "Venturi's Seneca Double Shot" (air powered, fires shots, slugs and arrows!) - Recommendation - Cut barrel down to 18" ## Pistols - [Comparison of Home Defense Handguns](https://www.wideopenspaces.com/10-home-defense-handguns/) - [Comparison of Derrengers](https://www.sportsmans.com/learn/shooting/5-best-derringer-for-self-defense?msclkid=1887bd244f1b1d888e38dc912418ab96&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Bing%20-%20DSA%20-%20Category%20Pages&utm_term=sportsmans&utm_content=All%20Pages) - [Ruger SP101](https://harrysholsters.com/ruger-sp101-review/) - 357 Magnum or 38 Special - 5 rounds, heavy (27 oz, 3 in. barrel) - [Smith and Wesson Governor](https://www.wideopenspaces.com/taking-a-closer-look-at-the-versatile-smith-wesson-governor-revolver/) - Revolver, .45 Colt or .410 shotgun shell - [Glock 19](https://www.wideopenspaces.com/glock-19-concealed-carry/) - 9x9mm Mid-sized Pistol - [Beretta M9A1](https://www.tactical-life.com/combat-handguns/beretta-m9a1-9mm/) - 9mm, Picatinny rail, Capacity=15+1, 33,9oz, [more...](https://www.19fortyfive.com/2021/12/gun-legends-why-the-beretta-m9a1-is-a-9mm-powerhouse/) - [Colt M45A1 Close Quarter Battle Pistol](https://www.gunsweek.com/en/pistols/articles/colt-m45a1-cqbp-marsoc-pistol) - Recent implementation of the 1911 pistol - [Glock 21 and Glock 41](https://www.wideopenspaces.com/glock-41/) - .45 cal - [Sig Sauer P226](https://www.19fortyfive.com/2021/06/sig-sauer-legion-p226-is-one-of-the-best-guns-i-have-ever-fired/) - High quality, replaces 1911, mult calibers, [more](https://xtremegunsandammo.com/product-category/pistols/sig-sauer-pistols-for-sale/sig-sauer-p226-for-sale/) - [Ruger GP100](https://www.pewpewtactical.com/ruger-gp100-beginner-gun-review/) - 356 Mag Revolver, no safety, must pull trigger - [Smith and Wesson 629 in .44 Magnum](https://www.smith-wesson.com/firearms/archive-performance-center-model-629) - 44 Magnum, Single/Double action, Capacity=6, 49.4 oz, Stainless Steel w/wood grip, 7.5" barrel - [Smith and Wesson 642 in .22 and .38](https://www.smith-wesson.com/firearms/archive-model-642) - Dbl Action, 14.4oz, Capacity=5, Aluminum Alloy - [Taurus Raging Judge Magnum Revolver](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taurus_Judge) - .410/45 Long Colt, 5-shot revolver, 3" barrel, stainless steel, 29oz, [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ls7j2_ZtfBc) - Smith and Wesson Governor - [Magnum Research Desert Eagle](https://www.tactical-life.com/firearms/handguns/magnum-research-1911-pistol/) - Israeli, high-quality 1911 pistol (Available with 5 in. barrel, 4.33 in. and 3 in - Government/Commander/Undercover) - [North American Arms Mini Revolvers](https://no/handguns/magnum-research-1911-pistol/) - [More on Glock Pistols](https://wethepeopleholsters.com/blogs/news/glock-19-review-a-breakdown-of-the-g19-s-strengths-and-generations) ## Other - [Best 9mm Ammo](https://gunpros.com/best-9mm-ammo/) - [Best .45 ACP Ammo](https://gunpros.com/best-45-acp-ammo/) - [VIDEO: Good Shoulder Holster Presentation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_bkaWdf-p8) ### Gun Recommendation There are four animal species here in Florida that should be shot on sight: * Pythons * Iguanas * Coyotes * Nile monitors One solution: AR-15 SBR w/AAC 762-SDN suppressor in .300 Blackout, running Hornady subsonics. Unseen, unheard.