I just bought a 12-gauge 8 shot pump action shotgun.
If you want to look at it check it out here:
http://www.winchesterguns.com/prodin...d=104&cat=012C
This is the first gun I have ever owned. I have shot handguns before, but never a shotgun. I particularly like it because it makes a wonderful cocking sound that I think would scare most burglars off. I plan to use it for home defense.
Anyway, does anybody have a lot of experience with shotguns or guns in general? I'd like to take a safety course, but I have no idea where I would do that. Also, what kind of kick should I expect on this thing? Do I brace it against my shoulder or will I end up with broken bones that way?
Also, if somebody does break in, what precautions do I need to take before shooting them to keep myself from getting sued/arrested?
I'd also like to know about what different kinds of bullets there are and what their advantages/disadvantages are.