Quote Originally Posted by jesseb
Primary night time would be my colt detective w/+p .38 special hollow points at my nightstand when i am home, its like clockwork, i leave, it goes in the safe, i come home, first thing i do is unlock and place on nightstand. Reason: my most reliable weapon + ease of use + decently powerful. Only downside is lack of capacity. Accuracy also sucks (probably me) but at 6ft or less i seriously doubt i would miss.
Or i have the mossberg 500 18" barrel w/6 buckshot loaded. OR if things are really bad then i can pull out the ar, but with surplus ammo fmj its a killer for the neighbors. It would be my last choice to fire indoors.

Training? I feel confident with my home clearing ability. There have been a couple times where i woke up to a noise and was convinced someone was in my house.

I think a .40 mid or full size glock w/flashlight and night sights would be ideal. If you cant see the sights/target thats not good.
I have also read this: "pump or auto, name your poison. The ultimate home defense weapon is a 12 gauge shotgun"

I just find it easier and more pratical to grab, aim and fire a pistol in a seconds notice. But if time allowed theres no substitute in my mind for a 12 gauge w/buckshot.