14 yo uses skeet gun to deter home invasion.

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13. If two guys broke into my home and I confronted them with my shotgun ...

and noticed that they had handguns, I probably would shoot first if possible.

Notice that I specified the term "broke into my house". If they were inside and armed, I would have every reason to believe that they intended to commit harm and I would have good reason to fear for my life or my health. The castle doctrine and stand your ground laws in my state would support me and not them.

Technically it is a poor idea to play Wyatt Earp and attempt to confront intruders. It's a far better tactic to call 911 and wait in your bedroom with your shotgun pointed at your locked door. However, there are often other people in my home that I feel responsible for. I live in a large old home that used to be a hotel and we often have roomers. Strange noises may be caused by these people or someone visiting them.

I usually chose to check really odd noises out with a revolver in my pants pocket. That way if it is someone innocent, I just say hello and go to the kitchen and get a glass of water. If I walked around with my coach gun checking the house out, I would have needlessly scared the shit out of several people in the past.