Originally Posted by southtexas
While on the ranch, I usually carry a 357 loaded with shot loads to dispatch Mr rattlesnake, should he get too close. Since the place is not too far f rom the Mexican border, I keep the pistol by my bed at night, also.

Anyone know how effective these shot loads would be for self defense at very close range? Or should I change out the ammo at night? thanks in advance.


You're joking, right?

How much trouble is it to have a speedloader set-up with JHPs? Hell, I'd run with a JHP up for the first four, and shot loads as the last two, as the snake is likely to give you more warning and chance than a drug or border runner.