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[Amber Lamps]

Originally Posted by marko138

True story.

It's the same story I tell everyday when I install home security systems.

[Hydrant]

Originally Posted by jtemple

That's why you don't go "clearing the house" when it's you vs. however many other people. You hole up in one room, with your family. There's one door to watch. If anything comes through it, you shoot.

I don't give a shit about my TV, they can have it. That's what homeowner's insurance is for. I'm there to protect what can't be replaced.

My thoughts exactly.

[azoomm]

Originally Posted by jtemple

That's why you don't go "clearing the house" when it's you vs. however many other people. You hole up in one room, with your family. There's one door to watch. If anything comes through it, you shoot.

I don't give a shit about my TV, they can have it. That's what homeowner's insurance is for. I'm there to protect what can't be replaced.

That's a great idea... if you don't have anyone else in the house, like kids.

If someone breaks in to steal something, I'm with you in that is why I have insurance. I'm just saying, his scenario is flawed. Hollywood has painted a bad picture of how a home invasion happens...

[Hydrant]

I live in a 2000 sq ft ranch. I'm already at a disadvantage when it comes to finding a place to retreat. I would have very little if any time, if someone were to break in. My bedroom window is about 6 feet off the ground whereas my kitchen window is about 2 feet off the front porch. If you have a guy that's good and knows how to get in a home without noise, then he could be in my room in a matter of seconds and I wouldn't have a chance to get the shotty from the closet or the Glock in the night stand. I just hope that I get the jackass thats kicking the door in or throwing a rock. So I have a few seconds to gather myself.

I just hope that it never happens, and I can talk about what ifs

[LeeNetworX]

While on the subject.....this was in the local news.

http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-69...er-38-Special/

[caveman]

Originally Posted by OneSickPsycho

Ah, but if it's dark then you may shoot them in the back... which isn't good when the LEO's show up... One pump and EVERYONE turns in your direction... Much easier to make a case for "he was coming right at me."

I must agree with AMJ on this one. I hear that sound and I am on the deck. Course 8.5 years in the army and 5 years on a private corp. security force with specialized training will do that to you.

[fnfalman]

If it ain't drum-fed...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qj_QxpJh8JE

[jtemple]

Originally Posted by azoomm

That's a great idea... if you don't have anyone else in the house, like kids.

If someone breaks in to steal something, I'm with you in that is why I have insurance. I'm just saying, his scenario is flawed. Hollywood has painted a bad picture of how a home invasion happens...

Oh, I have a kid. Priority number one is to get him. He's right down the hall in a 2-story home with two large dogs. I'll have plenty of warning to get there.

[jtemple]

Originally Posted by Hydrant

I live in a 2000 sq ft ranch. I'm already at a disadvantage when it comes to finding a place to retreat. I would have very little if any time, if someone were to break in. My bedroom window is about 6 feet off the ground whereas my kitchen window is about 2 feet off the front porch. If you have a guy that's good and knows how to get in a home without noise, then he could be in my room in a matter of seconds and I wouldn't have a chance to get the shotty from the closet or the Glock in the night stand. I just hope that I get the jackass thats kicking the door in or throwing a rock. So I have a few seconds to gather myself.

I just hope that it never happens, and I can talk about what ifs

Get a dog, any kind of dog. Preferably one that barks. That'll give you all the warning you need. If you get something noisy, like a sheltie, it'll be barking at anything within 100' of the house.

[marko138]

Originally Posted by jtemple

Get a dog, any kind of dog. Preferably one that barks. That'll give you all the warning you need. If you get something noisy, like a sheltie, it'll be barking at anything within 100' of the house.

For sure. They say small dogs are more sensitive to noises. So I guess the thinking is have a small dog to make the initial noise and a big dog to make the loud noises and possibly bite when needed.

My dog makes a lot of noise, but I doubt he's gonna bite anyone. I dont need him to though. I just need him to make me aware of whats going on.