Firearms for home protection

[tomgallagher]

Don't even think about New Jersey.

[tomgallagher]

Does that mean that all conservatives are anti gun control and that all liberals are pro gun control.

[Beef]

that is usually the case tommy...im sure there are some exceptions, some may be more politically liberal in some areas and not want gun control and vice versa, but yes, that is usually the case...im sure some would be politically correct and say that you cant "label all" but for the most part that statement is true...

again sorry if political posts arent welcome...

[PORKY]

about the PAM comment , add a BIC lighter to the spray and it can be VERY VERY effective as well as lethal !

[Brkeatr]

about the PAM comment , add a BIC lighter to the spray and it can be VERY VERY effective as well as lethal !

As well as lethal to the user.....lol

[tomgallagher]

You could take that act on the road and make a couple of bucks.

[b.driscoll]

Be safe out there . I recently saw a documentary on ms-13,and they seem to be some top of the line ---holes!. If I had a weapon it would be a.45 cal compact model. Had a gun in the house when employed with federal government and always felt uneasy with 2 boys and all.   STAY SAFE.

[b.driscoll]

Just wondering........which nfl playoff team has the most S.B.G?

[Alexander215]

I don't own or carry a gun, but I've been known to carry this knife http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41mej1MrYXL._SL500_AA280_.jpg a Smith and Wesson Folding Extreme Ops Karambit. I'm not sure about other provinces but in order for a knife to be considered a weapon the blade has to be over 6 inches or something along those lines.

Anyone else carry pocket knives for protection?

[Cam]

I don't own a gun, no need for one. I love the way that a simple post because a political bash though. The past 2 threads I've read makes me feel like everyone on here just hates Liberals.

[hammerdrill376]

I don't own a gun, no need for one. I love the way that a simple post because a political bash though. The past 2 threads I've read makes me feel like everyone on here just hates Liberals.

I don't hate liberals, we agree on some points but I do have some disagreements with them.

[D.A.L.U.I.]

Everyone needs to remember that when using a gun or other lethal force, if not done w/in the limitations of the law, you could be liable to the intruder for civil damages and that you may not have any insurance against such claims depending on the language of your homeowners or liability insurance.  The costs of defending the legal action and any judgment could wipe you out financially.  When you use lethal force, you really need to know what your rights and liabilities are under the law.  Cowboy justice and indignation aside this is serious.

[wpruitt]

Everyone needs to remember that when using a gun or other lethal force, if not done w/in the limitations of the law, you could be liable to the intruder for civil damages and that you may not have any insurance against such claims depending on the language of your homeowners or liability insurance.  The costs of defending the legal action and any judgment could wipe you out financially.  When you use lethal force, you really need to know what your rights and liabilities are under the law.  Cowboy justice and indignation aside this is serious.

SaintC:  One question (I am serious) - where does my right to protect my home begin?  The old adage is that they must already be inside the home.  Is my front porch part of being inside the home (gray issue probably).  If they are trying to open my doors with force, would I be justified in pulling out Messers Smith and Wesson ... or should I hit the panic button on the alarm?

[D.A.L.U.I.]

Everyone needs to remember that when using a gun or other lethal force, if not done w/in the limitations of the law, you could be liable to the intruder for civil damages and that you may not have any insurance against such claims depending on the language of your homeowners or liability insurance.  The costs of defending the legal action and any judgment could wipe you out financially.  When you use lethal force, you really need to know what your rights and liabilities are under the law.  Cowboy justice and indignation aside this is serious.

SaintC:  One question (I am serious) - where does my right to protect my home begin?  The old adage is that they must already be inside the home.  Is my front porch part of being inside the home (gray issue probably).  If they are trying to open my doors with force, would I be justified in pulling out Messers Smith and Wesson ... or should I hit the panic button on the alarm?

This question for use of deadly force has a different answer in every State, the essential issue is the reasonable fear for your life and the lives of those around you---damage to or loss of property is not generally reasonable.  It also matters when that fear should reasonably end.  "Reasonable" has a different test depending on where you live.  But even if reasonable, and you're "legal" in the use of force, the intruder still may have a civil cause against you and whether your insurance policies cover the costs of your defense, assuming that you're within your rights, is a question that your lawyer and insurance agent must weigh in on based on the language of your policy.  Legal costs are high, there's no way around it, so you can be reasonable, legal and still wind up with a high, perhaps ruinous, legal bill.  So, pushing the panic button or calling 911, since they aren't lethal, are good alternatives. 

[TANK25]

I have a lot of guns and I have a permit to carry.The two I keep with in arms reach are my Sig P228 and my Glock 17.When I`M out and about,I carry my Taurus 38 special.It fits in my pants pocket.