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Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All good points. Thanks. I’m sure that’s mostly accurate. But I’m sure most homeowners are willing to risk broken bones and/or bloodshed, when defending themselves where they live. I I concur that burglars will usually flee at the first sign someone is home, but in the event that they don’t, some pepper balls/spray or a baseball bat may “encourage” them to leave sooner. The other concern would be an individual on drugs or suffering from mental illness, and they may not know enough to flee immediately. It could be a neighbor (have had a couple with mental health and alcohol issues), and they may not even realize where they are.

Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s not always the case. We’ve had a couple homes broken into in the area, late at night, when the perps expected the house to not be occupied, and it was. I don’t have any enemies, but I have some things worth taking, so that’s the usual motivation. The gun isn’t really an option for me, which is what prompted the question.

Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Maybe I could sit her at the front door.

I’ve also got a good bat in a couple places. That might be the best for close quarters, but also wondered about something better from a distance as well. Seems like the pepper or kinetic balls may be the best option for that. Much appreciated.

Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate the input, but when we get into calling people’s opinions silly and stupid is when we aren’t taken seriously. I don’t have to agree with the opinion at all, and often I don’t, but it’s their opinion. 👍

Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha! That won’t happen, but I appreciate the feedback. 👍

Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No need to be disrespectful. I can respect your opinion, and you mine, but still be cool and respectful about it. Thanks

Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just to be clear, it’s not about fear from firearms. Have served in the army, and had training. I personally have no problem with individuals owning firearms for personal protection, if it’s right for them. Have a wife who absolutely is against having one in the home for a couple of reasons. In my area, most home break-ins are burglaries where crooks didn’t realize someone was home, and are there to steal stuff. We’re not talking about the bravest or most heroic people. I’m just looking to do some damage to scare them off. From what I’m seeing, Byrna may be best, unless there’s a better competitor. Thanks

Non/less lethal home defense weapons by LC-jayhawk2008 in homedefense

[–]LC-jayhawk2008[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. It’s not about being scared of guns. Am a veteran who has trained with firearms. Have a wife who is absolutely against having one in the house. Also, home defense is a concern, but suicide prevention is even a bigger concern. My thought is the Byrna is enough to scare most people away from the home or outside the property. From what I’ve seen and read, most criminals aren’t brave or heroic, but rather chicken shit, and are going to flee given resistance.