[dmorhome]

12 gauge 00 buck they will leave faster then when they came in ,and they can pick them up outside.

[janmcn]

With all the gun enthusiasts living in The Villages, and with over 12 home evasions and at least three golf carts stolen, how come no one has gotten a good clean shot at one of these perpetrators?

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by janmcn

With all the gun enthusiasts living in The Villages, and with over 12 home evasions and at least three golf carts stolen, how come no one has gotten a good clean shot at one of these perpetrators?

A legion of guardian angels?

[Abster]

Possibly the gun owners are a little bit more cautious re safety/security. I keep a couple loaded guns in our home. I carry when I'm out alone. However, I am also the first to lock up the car and house, draw the blinds and turn a few lights on. When my dog barks at night I'll reach for a pistol and listen out for anything. It certainly is reassuring to know it's there and that I've trained to use it.

[Steve9930]

I've read a hundred posts on guns, to have, not to have, more trouble then they solve, on, and on, and on. Lots of people claim they will shoot someone that has entered their home. Here is something that will happen if you ever are faced with such a situation. Once you pull that trigger your life will change forever! To quote a Clint Eastwood flick:" When you kill a man you take away all they ever were and all they will ever be" Can you live with that fact the rest of your life? If you cannot live with such an act, do not buy a gun. Its far better to take steps to prevent a break in. A firearm is the very last line of defense. And yes I own a firearm and yes I conceal carry. I pray every day I will never have to use it!

[patfla06]

You have all given us a lot to think about.

I would like to add:
Keep jewelry in a safe deposit box @ the bank.
Keep your cell phone on your night table.
LOCK your bedroom door at night while you're sleeping
(1 more door to have to get through).

[Steve9930]

Originally Posted by patfla06

You have all given us a lot to think about.

I would like to add:
Keep jewelry in a safe deposit box @ the bank.
Keep your cell phone on your night table.
LOCK your bedroom door at night while you're sleeping
(1 more door to have to get through).

All very good suggestions. Vigilant all times.

[PennBF]

Almost got scammed by a well known Home Security system. I think a lot of Contractors who deal with The Villager's think we are either "brain dead or senile". This happens to have been a Dealer for the Company. Once we changed and dealt with a Corporate Rep. it was an totally different experience.

[buggyone]

Originally Posted by PennBF

Almost got scammed by a well known Home Security system. I think a lot of Contractors who deal with The Villager's think we are either "brain dead or senile". This happens to have been a Dealer for the Company. Once we changed and dealt with a Corporate Rep. it was an totally different experience.

Excellent post!

I would also wonder somewhat about the depth of a security company's background checks on their employees. These people are looking all around the interior of your house and checking on it's weak spots. If you decide not to go with that company, they still have all the information about your house.

Remember that the golf cart thief/burglar worked for a company that went into homes, too!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by buggyone

Excellent post!

I would also wonder somewhat about the depth of a security company's background checks on their employees. These people are looking all around the interior of your house and checking on it's weak spots. If you decide not to go with that company, they still have all the information about tour house.

Remember that the golf cart thief/burglar worked for a company that went into homes, too!

VERY good things to think about.


That serial killer in the Midwest with three letters? BTK? I can't think of his name, worked for a security company. I know that is a reach, but still.


http://www.bing.com/search?q=btk+kil...b55385295dca7e





Here I am aiding paranoia.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

Originally Posted by keithwand

What if the intruder is not a a WASP?

haha funny

[Alvinfisher]

What if the Wasp Spray does not work? Wasp spray can reach approximately 10 to 12 feet. If the element of surprise works, and the intruder is hit in the eyes with the spray, the intruder would have to be treated in a medical facility to terminate the effects of the wasp spray. This information comes from an article that was published in the newspaper that I used for a weekly Security presentation.

[TNLAKEPANDA]

Wasp Spray is known to be a good cheap alternative to pepper spray but a Glock is much more effective if they are that close to you! Most will turn and run if they are looking at the barrel of a gun so you don't have to shot if you don't want to.

[NoMoSno]

Wonder why police officers don't use wasp spray?

[billethkid]

Originally Posted by TNLAKEPANDA

Wasp Spray is known to be a good cheap alternative to pepper spray but a Glock is much more effective if they are that close to you! Most will turn and run if they are looking at the barrel of a gun so you don't have to shot if you don't want to.

If you happen to be in the house if/when an intruder enters, go to a bedroom unless you are already in it and put yourself with as much of the bed between you and the door as possible......and I might add you don't have to aim much with a shotgun. A tactical type 18 inch shot gun with 5 shells = significant deterence. Keep it loaded without one in the chamber thus having to rack the slide to put one in the chamber. It is a well known fact that sound alone will cause most intruders to flee.

And for those who always bring it up...of course we do not have children in our house and of course we know what to do with a loaded gun of any sort if there are visitors in the house and so on.