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any shotgun will do as long as YOU will do. If it is going to sit most of the time, save your money and get something inexpensive; you're not going to shoot it enough to tear it up. If you have a suitable shotgun you hunt with, let it do double duty as a HD gun. If you have money to burn....then the sky is the limit. There are a lot of good guns, most have been mentioned, just look around for what fits your budget and taste.

yep, sounds good. Video also good idea for you tube. Could also see similar thing being done maybe in different regions of the state.

Think about it! The only reason you would give up your property of any kind is out of fear of severe bodily harm or death.

you would have lost your bet this time. Happens with Wilson and Factory Sig

OP said he was a couple of years from being able to make the decision....legally. If this election BHO is back in office, it may be a mute point.

I too had the 'hots' for a Sig 1911. Bought the standard Nitron 1911 and it is my favorite.......except......it does ocassionaly fail to go into full battery. That really sucks, because I really like this gun. Sig has promised to make it right, and I understand this is something they have had some problems with. Hopefully they will solve the problem because it is very accurate and feels great in the hand.

"birdshot".....7.5 or 8s are devestating at close ranges under 10 yds. and IMO much safer in a home where other friendlies may be. Generally much safer if you have neighbors as well. Buck shot or slugs are going to go through the walls of most homes and possibly into a neighbors. Not saying I wouldn't use them, but can't argue that your use of them would be ineffective.

Well I did too. If it wasn't for this one issue...it's a great gun. Very nice trigger, dead-on accurrate. It just needs to be 100% reliable with the ammo, or it has to go.

Well, after about 500 rds, my Sig Nitron still occassionally fails to go into full battery. RN, FMJ and still not 100%. Called Sig today. Very pleasant, helpful CS. Took down the info, emailed pre-paid shipping label for Fed-X and it's off to the factory. So far, so good. I have read where others have had issues; will keep you posted.

Expected shooting steel plates or hitting other steel, rocks, etc. Have heard several 'zingers' at IDPA matches, and have seen shrapnel/jackets laying around at the shooting line many times. An excellent example of why EVERYONE on a live range should wear eye protection.

Just hang the target upside down and fire-away. I think the range Nazi is full of

I've shot quite a bit of clays. Have worn out a couple of locking bolts in Brownings, seen several others occur. Not that uncommon in O/U shotguns that are used extensively. Last one I had done was several hundred dollars at Walker Arms Co. Don't know what it would be for your situation.

nothing like starting at the bottom and then workin' your way up to a 1911.

Go on line and contact the Volunteer Rifle and Pistol Club. They have what you need.

johnnin, gotta disagree with you on that. I routinely shoot 1911s and a MP9. Big difference in the blast and recoil, whether shooting or standing next to someone......both with tame loads. In fact, I would prefer to start new shooters with a .22. Develop the basics without recoil interference, cheap and can shoot a bunch. Once that comes together then move on to the 9.

http://www.gundigest.com/ammunition-reviews-articles/223-vs-5-56/4

I have had two Hi Viz sights put on by two different 'smiths, two different guns. Both have shot loose, moving off center. The resetting has been done, and 'pinned'. So far no additional problems. Anybody else had this problem? Note one was a MP 9mm, the other XD 45.

For a carry gun, if you go with the M&P, I would put in the Apex Duty Kit. I would advise against any lighter trigger pull. That's what I use in my Pro for IDPA. Just have the standard trigger set up in the other.......if you do wind up using your gun for SD, less explaining to do.

I have a XD in 9 and 45.....2 M&P in 9, one is the Pro. Both are fine guns. The M&P is a little slimmer and most corners rounded. IMO would make a better EDC, plus is made here in the USA. Both shoot equally well. I do like the grip safety though on the XD. The M&P can be had with or without a thumb safety. You won't go wrong with either, just your preference.

Shooting any gun of any caliber one session means nothing, especially in a HCP class. This is not the place to 'test' what gun you are going to carry. The whole process is mostly a joke........the class no more makes one an able, responsible gun-toting citizen anymore than it makes one an attorney practicing gun law.

Probably does not matter to most folks anyway. This one trip will comprise the majority of the shooting they do for the year....or possibly ever.

If all the business owners think that 'no guns allowed' is effective, why don't retail businesses just put up "NO SHOP LIFTING ALLOWED"

Talk about needing gun control. The NYPD is a 'caution'. Personally, I prefer myself to 911. http://xfinity.comcast.net/articles/news-national/20120907/US.Bronx.Robbery.Fatal.Shooting/

nope, wouldn't sell reloads just because of Murphy's Law. But I might sell them a gun and throw in the ammo. Selling price is negotiable.

Does the girl come with it?