From William F Buckley: “A person who sees an armed thug coming down the hallway toward him may desire a speedier means of relief than a call to the American Civil Liberties Union.”
Uh huh!
I’m thinking that new 20 gauge pump action. Shucks, even Gramma can use it effectively!
Dennisranch 
Scatter gun: the weapon of choice for those who can’t run very fast….
Just better to be armed yourself!