There are a lot of good point raised in this thread.
The hearing protection and sound is a good point but I dont know the solution for it other than a suppressed weapon. Hearing protection worn prior to engaging the BG could hamper my ability to effectively locate him.
OK ...First the #6 shot has to go ...00 buckx3 followed by 1 oz slugsx3...then you can alternate at you discretion from there.I almost chose shotgun, and would have if it were with me at any given moment, in any given room in the house.
However, reality being what it is, I depend on whatever is salted around the house. So, I therefore chose "Depends On Situation."
As much as I love any handgun I own, still, I would prefer a 12-gauge short-barreled shotgun over anything else if the glass should shatter with a resounding crash followed by an ominous "Bump In The Night." Perhaps even accompanied with a few profane vulgarities taking Our Lord and Savior and Our Lady The Blessed Mother Mary's name in vain, along with the insinuation of some sort of incestuous relationship with one's own mother.
God forbid, but even sending out a column of lead #6 shot would be deadly at close range and better than sending a high velocity bullet on its way to who knows where.
Yes, in case you haven't guessed already, I am a Bible Thumpin' Papist and a "Thrall Of Rome."
Also, now and then, I like chicken sandwiches.