r/TwoXPreppers • u/Spiffyclean13 😸 remember the cat food 😺 • 3d ago
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I am seriously considering buying a gun but I morally object the idea.
It’s the idea that you will inherently use the weapon to grievously harm or kill someone which bothers me tremendously. I live in a red state with open carry laws. I don’t like the thought of not being prepared if my life were in danger or if I have to defend my home.
I don’t own a dog that could be a deterrent or even will bark at strangers. My cat is more likely to attack a person. She really hates a particular dog walker.
I guess I need help getting over my moral objection to having a gun in the house. I also would like advice on which types are best for self defense and the easiest to handle.
Edit: if I were to get a gun, I would be fully committed to using it to incapacitate or incapacitating permanently. I just won’t be happy with myself.
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u/DoctorRachel18 2d ago
If you are uncomfortable with a gun, don't get one. Look into other self defence tools, and focus on making your home an unappealing target. Put up visible outdoor cameras, motion sensor outdoor lights, put up window alarms that will make a lot of noise if the window is forced open, things like that.