Quote: You don't need a pistol. Pistol Grip the Mossberg, install a 16 inch barrel and sling it. Use birdshot or you'll have a lot of decorating to do. Compact and highly accurate within 20 feet. Just loading a round into the chamber will scare of the bad guys.
A 16 inch barrel is illegal. An 18 inch is Ok
I would go with a 1911 45 ACP and a 38 revolver. The Springfield 1911 45 ACP is a good gun and the 38 revolver is nice to have around the house.
For a shotgun the Mossburg pump is a good choice but I am looking into the Stoeger coach gun. The 1911 is a tried and true pistol that has been around for a long time and will be for many years. you don't need a gun with 20 rounds to protect yourself What you do need is the know when to use it and when to keep it out of site.
If you don't have a gun now it would be bast to get training for you and your wife.
Many people decide to get guns and it turns out to be the worst mistake of their lives.
I have on three occasions pulled the trigger on a gun to ward of thieves and once to stop a guy from beating up his girl friend.
No one was shot and all went well even though I could have legally killed someone I chose not to.
That's a choice you have to make and it will effect you for the rest of your life.
