armoredman
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When you chose the firearm you keep for ready service next to your bed, what were the specific points that motivated you to choose it?
Thoughts on "nightstand" guns
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Barry the Bear
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Ease of operation, nice big .44 caliber, and reload handy. Waking up disoriented and having to remember if the safety is on or is a round chambered doesnt seem practical to me.Id rather have a revolver in .357 mag on up.Just my one cent( not two cause im saving up for ammo)
allaroundhunter
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Full size, capacity above 10 rounds (preferably over 15 rounds), simple, reliabile, able to wear a weaponlight, and a gun that I am comfortable with and shoot well.
WoodchuckAssassin
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The gun that I have the MOST training on is my SR1911...so that's my bedside gun. I'll admit that a high capacity gun is preferable, but if you shoot your revolver better/more naturally than your Glock 19, I think the revolver would still be the better choice.
It depends where you live, also. I live in an apartment complex, so I don't want to be sending .357 flying around. The .45 with a nice hollowpoint is perfect for my needs. If I lived in the middle of nowhere, everything up to and including an AR would be appropriate.
It depends where you live, also. I live in an apartment complex, so I don't want to be sending .357 flying around. The .45 with a nice hollowpoint is perfect for my needs. If I lived in the middle of nowhere, everything up to and including an AR would be appropriate.
allaroundhunter
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Woodchuck, a defensive .223 round will penetrate less than a .45 JHP...
You don't need to have 100 acres of land to use an AR as a defensive gun.
You don't need to have 100 acres of land to use an AR as a defensive gun.
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Dr_B
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Revolver is my preference. Easy to operate and I don't have to worry about discharging it if my finger accidentally slips into the trigger guard while I am fumbling around half asleep. I have never been too worried about round count. Caliber is my main concern.
The NRA recommendation is .38 special or 9mm at a minimum for caliber, and choose a gun that is reliable. In my home, I also had to consider situations in which I might not be the person grabbing the revolver for protection. My wife might be that person if I am not home. She can shoot with defensive accuracy and can control a .357.
The NRA recommendation is .38 special or 9mm at a minimum for caliber, and choose a gun that is reliable. In my home, I also had to consider situations in which I might not be the person grabbing the revolver for protection. My wife might be that person if I am not home. She can shoot with defensive accuracy and can control a .357.
BK
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I wanted full size, large caliber, light rail, high capacity, and very reliable.
5" XD 45 tactical w/mounted Streamlight and two spare mags (40 rounds of HydroShoks).
5" XD 45 tactical w/mounted Streamlight and two spare mags (40 rounds of HydroShoks).
Potatohead
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Ive heard this, can you expound? Because ive also heard the opposite
beatledog7
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My bedside gun criteria: reliable, one switch to bang, big caliber, light rail, steel frame to aid in getting rapid follow-up shots on target, ≥ten-rounds without reloading.
The winning setup: MR/IWI Baby Eagle II in .45ACP, Streamlight TLR-2S, moderate-power handloaded 230-gr Sierra JHPs. Decocked and ready to fire in DA with just a trigger pull, 20 more rounds at the ready.
The winning setup: MR/IWI Baby Eagle II in .45ACP, Streamlight TLR-2S, moderate-power handloaded 230-gr Sierra JHPs. Decocked and ready to fire in DA with just a trigger pull, 20 more rounds at the ready.
allaroundhunter
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A high speed projectile (constructed like a v-max or other defensive round) will fragment and destabilize very rapidly upon impacting a barrier (be it human tissue or a wall). A slower moving projectile (like a pistol round) is not as prone to being destabilized and will continue on.
It has been proven repeatedly. Check out the box of truth (Google it).
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dickydalton
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99% of the time my 44 Mountain gun is on the stand. It has laser grips, 4 reduced load mag hollow points and 2 Black Talons last. I sleep well.
Potatohead
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thx allaround. good to know. is that with just the ol' federal 55 gr 100rd value packs? or is that only a defensive round (223) that breaks up?
Steve CT
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Large capacity (14+1) plus a 14 round backup
Capable caliber/cartridge (9 mm)
Very simple for my wife (DA/SA)
Proven reliable (2000+ downrange with zero malfunctions)
And the Winner is... S&W Model 59, the original Wonder Nine!
Lots of other choices available, this one works best for me
Capable caliber/cartridge (9 mm)
Very simple for my wife (DA/SA)
Proven reliable (2000+ downrange with zero malfunctions)
And the Winner is... S&W Model 59, the original Wonder Nine!
Lots of other choices available, this one works best for me
OleReb
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Mine is a S&W 1911PD with a extra mag of hollow points
JRs12Valve
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-Edited- Forgot I was in the handguns section.
1858 Remington in .45 LC
1858 Remington in .45 LC
Personally I have a cz 82 on one side of the bed where my old lady sleeps. It stays there during the day while we're gone to work. In case someone breaks in and steals it i wont be out an expensive gun. On a daily basis I carry a Taurus 24/7 45 with 12rd capacity with an extra full mag which goes on my night stand when I get home at night. I also keep a m44 carbine loaded on my side since I live in a rural area and may have to engage a target at a distance (also a cheap gun I leave out all the time). I also keep a 12'' Ka-Bar on my side just in case things get up close and personal. Also have 2 good flash lights on the stand. I have plenty of other choices but prefer to leave them in the safe in case my house is robbed.
scaatylobo
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Mine is a Glock 23 with night sights that I bought with Dept letterhead a few decades ago.
It sits so the night sights show the flashlight that is next to it.
I live in a brick ranch and that means that with no children and the wife on the other side of me - I am in a free fire zone that I do not need worry about shooting through.
I have kept a shotty and a M-4 next to the bed when situations call for it [ civil unrest or threats ].
Mine is a Glock 23 with night sights that I bought with Dept letterhead a few decades ago.
It sits so the night sights show the flashlight that is next to it.
I live in a brick ranch and that means that with no children and the wife on the other side of me - I am in a free fire zone that I do not need worry about shooting through.
I have kept a shotty and a M-4 next to the bed when situations call for it [ civil unrest or threats ].
M2 Carbine
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Fairly powerful. Reliable. High capacity and with a rail for a Streamlight TLR-2 laser/light.
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allaroundhunter
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The 55 gr bullets do destabilize more quickly than M855, but they are still FMJ rounds and I do not recommend them as a first choice for defense.
I have two main defensive handguns, a Ruger KLCR with a Crimson Trace grip loaded w/ .38+p Golden Sabers & a Glock G17L with a weapon light loaded with WW 127 gr +p+. Both work well for low light situations and are simple point & shoots, no safety to worry about. The Glock is the bedside gun with the KLCR being ideal for pocket carry about the house, to keep handy to answer the door and lastly to help me get to the Glock should the need arise.
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