Home defense... with a twist

[SniperStraz]

.32 Beretta Tomcat with tip up barrel

 

[JET 5.45x39]

Sorta depends on her but if you need something for a less physically capable person maybe a S&W airweight Hammerless 38 SPL load it up with some +P, a pump gun in 410,

 

[The Old Jaybird]

My second thought is to check her home for security issues. Does she have a security system and quality locks?

I worked for awhile with a guy who was a retired GA State Cop, he said one of the best defenses "at night" was a lock on your bedroom door. Nothing to keep the bad guy out forever, but enough to give you a few seconds warning of somebody was trying to get in the room.

 

[500mag]

Sig .308 Pistol with 10 inch barrel.....

 

[GAgunLAWbooklet]

Old women have trouble lifting heavy guns and holding them steady.
So, go with something mounted on a tripod.
Plus, if it uses 100+ round belts instead of 30 rd. box mags, that's a plus.

LET THE TRIPOD BEAR THE WEIGHT,
not the lady's arms.

 

[(M)]

1st I would like to apologize. I know this meme doesn't really apply to the granny gun subject but as far as "home defense with a twist....."

 

[spencer60]

Is that worse than the pocket shotgun revolver that was suggested?

Not at all, I always considered the M1 the AR-15 of it's day.

I just found it absurd that no one mention the best fitting weapon for the job in 50-odd posts.

 

[StuP]

70 yr old ? No previous firearms experience ? Physical ability is the primary factor, along with the the amount of practice to become proficient.

Everyone who said start by going to a range and handling and firing and finding out what she likes is the first step are right.

I suspect a simple manual of arms, relatively light weight, and low recoil, will be popular.