Reaper,
Thank you for your hard earned EXCELENT ADVICE
The only thing I disagree with you on is the "granpa" 12ga, while I agree that a tricked out M4 "may in some localities...CALI, DC..." be somewhat a liability in home defense, I do not think there is any evidence to a person ever being convicted mearly because of this, without serious underlying issues, are you aware of any?
Personally I beleive a home defense weapon WITHOUT at least a light is a terrible liability, making a tired and startled homeowner much more prone to taking a life accidentally or without ligitimate reason.
A great comprimise I guess would be a 28" vent rib bbl 870 with surefire forend
