All of this good info, notwithstanding, THIS is the weapon I would want to be packing when push comes to shove: YouTube - AA-12. World's deadliest shotgun!

You folks are VERY helpful with the good information. Thank you.

Now, does anyone know what is necessary for someone who has no plans to CCW (local Sheriff does not believe in the 2nd Amendment) -and lives in The People's Republic, where very few elected officials believe in the 2nd Amendment.

I just want to buy one to keep at home. What is the process to get the qualifying paperwork? - I have never looked into it. I am gun savvy . . took the NRA 'Safety' course as a youngster. Hunted growing up, carried one on missions -Retired Navy Pilot, airline pilot - don't have as much as a parking ticket on my record.

Any help? Thanks in advance.