29 votes  First-Time Gun Owner, Need Advice  I've never owned a
gun and haven't really needed one. All of this has changed. I
live in the country and have been here in the same house for 6
years now and have never had any problems. My house was
burglarized yesterday. I talked to the neighbors today and one
of them saw a car sitting in my driveway last night while I was
sleeping. Tonight a pickaxe sits in the kitchen at the ready.
Tomorrow, I will be borrowing an automatic 12-gauge with some
buckshot. I really would like some advice on what to get,
preferably something cheap but effective. I will be making a
purchase next paycheck.  Trending on the Web  Comment viewing
options   I know i'm a little late  But, Get yourself a Taurus
Judge Defender You will not be disappointed. It fire 45 colt
ammunition as well as .410 shotgun rounds (including slugs) Your
best investment in my mind is something on the cheaper side that
can serve you well in a number of situations. Its relatively
compact size can be concealed, (