.410 for HD Shotgun... Opinions?

[caddyshack]

Checking out the Mossy 500 Cruiser in .410. I'm a fan of the .410 gauge and would like to add a pistol-gripped shotgun to my collection. This weapon would serve as my bedroom gun.

Any thoughts on using the .410 for home defense?

steve

[BRAVHART]

As long as you hit the guy there shouldnt be any problem.

[TED]

If I was going to use a .410 it would be the SAIGA semi-atuo, preferably with 10rd mags. I would aslo consider the largest or heaviest laoding of "hevi-shot" that I could get or the #" 5 ball 000 buck shot loads.

TED

[Opie 1 Kenopie]

Better than a poke in the eye from a sharp stick... but not much.

-Opie

[DiverDn]

I think with the proper loads and proper shot placement you would be ok.

My experience with pump .410's (I'm assuming the 500 cruiser is a pump) has been feeding issues. I would want to put some serious rounds under rapid fire first to make sure it functions 100%.

[Mr. Ajax]

I dont see why you wouldnt go with the 12 gauge

and if you're recoil shy go with the 20

410 fills a niche female market, but even small women can handle the 20...

I just wouldnt bother.