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<blockquote data-quote="mugsy" data-source="post: 2921789" data-attributes="member: 18914"><p>Warning shots are not advisable - they can (and have) be used by DAs or County prosecutors to show that the shooter did not perceive the situation to be one of "imminent threat" (or else why didn't they shoot to stop the threat directly?). In OK one is less likely to run into a zealot prosecutor but it isn't impossible and it puts the decision in someone else's hands. </p><p></p><p>Basic instruction in safety/handling/loading etc. from your step-father is probably worth taking but don't stop there. If you can also take a course taught by a reputable trainer or school that would be very good - a dispassionate third party professional teaching you has big advantages over a family member, especially if you need...uh...constructive feedback. Shooting is mostly mechanics/muscle memory with a key component of decision making (much of which requires thinking through in advance). So, think through most likely and worst cases and how you would like to respond. Where are the kids' rooms relative to yours if there is a crashing door sound at 3 AM, etc.? I know this sounds like too much but if you don't really think about that part you may choose the wrong tool for the wrong reason and fail to achieve your goal of being able to respond in an emergency and keep you and your loved ones safe.</p><p></p><p>BTW - my wife started with, and still has, a .357 capable S&W revolver that she carries. However, recently she has decided to add a S&W M&P to her personal carry choices. However, it took time and familiarity. The revolver is simple and reliable (not infallible) and can have advantages when one considers the possibility of being awakened at 3AM and having to rapidly grab a weapon, assess a situation, account for others/children, etc. The semi-auto is also reliable and has advantages in having more ammo in the magazine, etc. Nothing is a panacea it is all a matter of trade offs in comfort level, practicality, and other factors.</p><p></p><p>I will also throw out that if you are strictly looking for a home defense weapon at this time, you may want to consider something besides a handgun...perhaps a home defense shotgun, for instance.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mugsy, post: 2921789, member: 18914"] Warning shots are not advisable - they can (and have) be used by DAs or County prosecutors to show that the shooter did not perceive the situation to be one of "imminent threat" (or else why didn't they shoot to stop the threat directly?). In OK one is less likely to run into a zealot prosecutor but it isn't impossible and it puts the decision in someone else's hands. Basic instruction in safety/handling/loading etc. from your step-father is probably worth taking but don't stop there. If you can also take a course taught by a reputable trainer or school that would be very good - a dispassionate third party professional teaching you has big advantages over a family member, especially if you need...uh...constructive feedback. Shooting is mostly mechanics/muscle memory with a key component of decision making (much of which requires thinking through in advance). So, think through most likely and worst cases and how you would like to respond. Where are the kids' rooms relative to yours if there is a crashing door sound at 3 AM, etc.? I know this sounds like too much but if you don't really think about that part you may choose the wrong tool for the wrong reason and fail to achieve your goal of being able to respond in an emergency and keep you and your loved ones safe. BTW - my wife started with, and still has, a .357 capable S&W revolver that she carries. However, recently she has decided to add a S&W M&P to her personal carry choices. However, it took time and familiarity. The revolver is simple and reliable (not infallible) and can have advantages when one considers the possibility of being awakened at 3AM and having to rapidly grab a weapon, assess a situation, account for others/children, etc. The semi-auto is also reliable and has advantages in having more ammo in the magazine, etc. Nothing is a panacea it is all a matter of trade offs in comfort level, practicality, and other factors. I will also throw out that if you are strictly looking for a home defense weapon at this time, you may want to consider something besides a handgun...perhaps a home defense shotgun, for instance. [/QUOTE]
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