I live in a high density apartment building, and while I have several firearms to use for home defense, I have been relying on my K-BAR knife should someone break in, or if I suspect great danger from multiple attackers or a very aggressive break in, will pull my Glock 19 pistol in 9mm. Been watching some of the videos on You Tube where they use BB Co2 pistols and these really rip up bare skin, been thinking of one of those as an option to just drive off and rip up a burglar over my 9 mm pistol? If they are wearing a coat, not a good idea, but I live in Central Texas and it is hot most of the time, so would meet with skin and T-shirt.

Also, would the Co2 cartridge damage or leak down concerning the seal if left loaded all the time?

Anyone know of a case where one was used to drive off an intruder?