Rifle for home SD

[JonoS]

Hi guys

I need a bit of advice, I currently own a hunting rifle but no handgun. What is your opinion on sleeping with my rifle loaded next to my bed? Would this be a bad idea? I realise that a rifle is obviously not the best choice for close quarters defence etc but what if its all you have available?

I would appreciate any comments!

Thanks

[LukeS]

I would start the process of acquiring a handgun for SD ASAP.

Non-SD weapons are supposed to be in a safe unloaded when not in use.

[Grant9]

Go buy a pistol now.

[Gunservant]

Acquire a handgun ASAP. Hunting rifles are not optimal for home and/or self defence.

[Knoffel]

Non-SD weapons are supposed to be in a safe unloaded when not in use.

You're taking it out of perspective.

Section 86, (11) (a) Firearms other than those in respect of which a licence for self-defence in terms of section 13 of the Act has been issued, must be stored unloaded in accordance with these regulations.

I do agree though, a handgun is a much better home defence firearm than a rifle. A shotgun has its place, but a handgun is more versatile.

[PCfanatic]

I would start the process of acquiring a handgun for SD ASAP.

Non-SD weapons are supposed to be in a safe unloaded when not in use.

Or be under your direct control.

[gizmo16]

Get a handgun asap.

[CorditeCrazy]

Get 2 handguns.

[prepare2win]

A hunting rifle in the hand is worth 2 handguns at the gunshop waiting for CFR to approve :)

[CorditeCrazy]

A hunting rifle in the hand is worth 2 handguns at the gunshop waiting for CFR to approve :)

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