Seniordep2010
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I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this, but I am asking about selecting a gun, so I'll give it a shot. (pun )
Anyways, this forum has been alot of help to me, but I've got another question.
Ok, I'm 18 and I'm looking for another firearm. I've never bought myself a gun, but would really like to. Just for the experience ya know? Here's my problem, being my age I can only buy a shotgun or a rifle. The thing is I'm looking for a vehicle defense gun. Meaning a gun I'll have in my car as much as possible as crime/shootings/etc. are gettting popular around here.
While I could be in possession of a handgun owned by a parents, I'm a little nervous about it. I know North Carolina law states that anyone over 18can possess OR carry a handgun, but it's still a little "sketchy". The law also states that NC has no laws governing how a gun is transported, except for the fact it MUST be visible. That means by law, I could carry/possess a loaded firearm in my car or on my person.
But what would I say if I got pulled over? Oh...ummm...ummm hey officer, just to let you know.....ummm I've got a loaded firearm in the vehicle......it's...ummmm....my mom's.....? Then what? Is he gonna call her, or harass me, pull me out and cuff me til it gets sorted out?
This is what I'm afraid of and part of the reason I'd would almost rather get a shotgun for myself for vehicle defense (VD). Would a 12 gauge or even 20 gauge shotgun with a 18 inch barrel and a pistol grip folding stock be a good weapon for this? Say a Mossberg Persuader or something similar.
I could lay it between the center console and passenger seat (not concealed at all) and have quick access to it. Tried it last night with my Mossy 500 12 ga. with a 24" barrel and 44" over all. While it was cumbersome I was able to lift it up and point it at the driver side door. (Like if I had to shoot through the door.....and it gun was UNloaded). So with trying that, I feel a small gun with an overall length less than 28-30" would be no problem.
I know I'm rambling, but I really just can't come to a conclusion on my own. Please give your opinions and suggestions. THANK YOU!
EDIT: I can only spend $350-400. Also, this will be a HD gun on the side to replace my giant boom stick I mentioned earlier. (Mossy 500 with 24" barrel....too hard to swing around the house)
Short version:
Need gun for vehicle defense.
Only 18 years old
Carry parents handgun? How to explain to the fuzz?
Buy a shortshotgun for VD? (Pistol grip with folding stock)
See "EDIT" above.
:celebrate
I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this, but I am asking about selecting a gun, so I'll give it a shot. (pun )
Anyways, this forum has been alot of help to me, but I've got another question.
Ok, I'm 18 and I'm looking for another firearm. I've never bought myself a gun, but would really like to. Just for the experience ya know? Here's my problem, being my age I can only buy a shotgun or a rifle. The thing is I'm looking for a vehicle defense gun. Meaning a gun I'll have in my car as much as possible as crime/shootings/etc. are gettting popular around here.
While I could be in possession of a handgun owned by a parents, I'm a little nervous about it. I know North Carolina law states that anyone over 18can possess OR carry a handgun, but it's still a little "sketchy". The law also states that NC has no laws governing how a gun is transported, except for the fact it MUST be visible. That means by law, I could carry/possess a loaded firearm in my car or on my person.
But what would I say if I got pulled over? Oh...ummm...ummm hey officer, just to let you know.....ummm I've got a loaded firearm in the vehicle......it's...ummmm....my mom's.....? Then what? Is he gonna call her, or harass me, pull me out and cuff me til it gets sorted out?
This is what I'm afraid of and part of the reason I'd would almost rather get a shotgun for myself for vehicle defense (VD). Would a 12 gauge or even 20 gauge shotgun with a 18 inch barrel and a pistol grip folding stock be a good weapon for this? Say a Mossberg Persuader or something similar.
I could lay it between the center console and passenger seat (not concealed at all) and have quick access to it. Tried it last night with my Mossy 500 12 ga. with a 24" barrel and 44" over all. While it was cumbersome I was able to lift it up and point it at the driver side door. (Like if I had to shoot through the door.....and it gun was UNloaded). So with trying that, I feel a small gun with an overall length less than 28-30" would be no problem.
I know I'm rambling, but I really just can't come to a conclusion on my own. Please give your opinions and suggestions. THANK YOU!
EDIT: I can only spend $350-400. Also, this will be a HD gun on the side to replace my giant boom stick I mentioned earlier. (Mossy 500 with 24" barrel....too hard to swing around the house)
Short version:
Need gun for vehicle defense.
Only 18 years old
Carry parents handgun? How to explain to the fuzz?
Buy a shortshotgun for VD? (Pistol grip with folding stock)
See "EDIT" above.
:celebrate