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5 Top-Rated Handguns for Home Security and Self-Defense

by Opinion • January 18, 2021

By Linda Williams

According to recent studies, a U.S. home is burglarized every 26 seconds in the United States, resulting in more than 3,000 home invasions each day. According to the FBI, the future of home invasions looks grim, as numbers continue to skyrocket.

When we think of home invasions, we often focus on the stolen items, the damage to the home, and the financial loss caused by the burglary. Sadly, most people fail to consider the grueling psychological effects of a home invasion and how they will cope with the burglary-induced trauma.

To subdue their fears, victims of home invasions look to increase their home’s safety measures with the help of fully-loaded firearms such as these. Each year, over 2.5 million crimes are prevented by guns. In most cases, these pistols remain silent-but-deadly forces in the average household. Although many heads of households refrain from pulling the trigger in the face of impending danger, the gun you own and count on needs to be reliable and working if the situation escalates to a deadly level.

When looking for the best handgun for home security and self-defense, it’s easy to get caught up in the plethora of options at your local gun store and purchase something best suited for range use. Instead, look for the following five handguns, available for purchase at any gun store: 

Glock 19

When it comes to handguns, the pinnacle brand for reliability and ease of use is Glock. Glock offers 50 different models to choose from, but their most popular model is the Glock 19. The Glock 19 is a compact pistol chambered in 9mm, and with standard magazines, it holds 16 rounds with one in the chamber.

In addition to boasting large magazine capacity and Glock-exclusive reliability, the Glock 19 is also the top gun due to its ease of customization. The Glock 19 comes standard with popular aftermarket add-ons such as slide cuts for optics, a match-grade barrel, and one of the best factory triggers. If those features alone don’t check-off your wishlist, scour the market for other accessories that will make the Glock a must-have addition to your gun collection.

Glock 43

If the Glock 19 isn’t compact enough to be your go-to concealed carry gun, then the Glock 43 is the next best option. Like the Glock 19, the 43 is also chambered in 9mm and offers the same reliability and functionality. The Glock 43 is a “subcompact” gun, so its overall dimensions are several inches smaller, making it a breeze to carry concealed.

Sig Sauer P320

The Sig Sauer P320 is similar to the Glock 19 in size, caliber, and reliability, but subtle differences attract gun enthusiasts in-the-making. For starters, the Sig Sauer P320 features an extended slide and magazine release, which allows for quicker reloads. Not to mention, this firearm has a one-of-a-kind textured grip that keeps the gun firmly in your hand when firing it. 

Sig Sauer P365

The Sig Sauer P365 is the sub-compact version of the P320. Due to its size, carrying it is effortless and super comfortable, which means that it won’t jab into your stomach or leg when walking or sitting down. One of the most significant drawbacks of sub-compact guns is that they usually only hold 6-8 rounds from the factory. The P365 can hold up to 12 rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber. 

Smith and Wesson M&P

The S&W M&P is a little bit larger than the G19, and it too is actively used by military and police personnel. However, one significant difference is that depending on the version you buy, the S&W M&P comes equipped with a safety. If you are a novice gun owner, having a safety on your gun prevents accidental discharges and ensures that you only fire the weapon when you intend to do so.
Parting shot

Don’t get caught flat-footed in the face of a predator. Take your family’s safety into your own hands with these home-defense-friendly firearms.

Filed Under: Opinion II

20 comments for "5 Top-Rated Handguns for Home Security and Self-Defense"

  1. Joe says

    June 21, 2021 at 2:55 pm

    The best gun for home defense is one that you practice with, one you are familiar with (how it works, how to load/unload, how to reload, how to make it safe), and one that you safely and securely store, but still have accessible.

  2. Doc Holiday says

    June 21, 2021 at 2:49 pm

    These ammosexuals who think their guns are going to protect them are delusional.

    A couple cops got killed in New York sitting in their patrol car.

    A couple of cops got killed in a diner in Las Vegas.

    The real life sharpshooter from the movie American Sniper got killed by a nut while he was going to the shooting range for more practice.

    All of the above were well-trained in guns but these lame gun lovers think they will save the day if shooting starts in a movie theater or a mall.

    If only they could.

    • Engineer Bill says

      June 21, 2021 at 9:11 pm

      There’s always the element of surprise, that would make it difficult for an armed person to save him or herself. A lot of people are alive today because they had a firearm in the house and knew how and when to use it.

      • Doc Holiday says

        June 22, 2021 at 1:55 am

        Name one.

    • Randall Hankins says

      August 1, 2021 at 7:19 pm

      Liberal much?

  3. Only if you have to says

    June 21, 2021 at 1:05 pm

    No one “needs” a handgun for home security. Compared to a rifle or shotgun, they’re under-powered and relatively inaccurate. Now for a security guard or someone who needs a CCW a pistol may be essential.

    • RF says

      June 21, 2021 at 6:01 pm

      No one needs a fire extinguisher for home use, that’s what we have a Fire Dept for…

      • Engineer Bill says

        June 21, 2021 at 9:05 pm

        No one needs a fire truck for home use. That’s what we have a fire department for. Wink. Wink.

    • Grifter Dave says

      June 21, 2021 at 9:17 pm

      Their effective, if you know how to use them. 65% of homicides are committed with handguns. Easy to carry. A high caliber semiautomatic handgun will protect you.

  4. Beecee says

    June 21, 2021 at 11:51 am

    Norinco 84s

  5. Claire says

    June 21, 2021 at 11:11 am

    I will never own a gun. My hero is Desmond Doss.

  6. Tim Scott says

    June 17, 2021 at 4:45 pm

    Sorry but not sorry that I missed this crock of BS back in January, and I think it is hilarious that Jason felt the need to resurrect it.

  7. Alby says

    January 21, 2021 at 11:50 pm

    And if you have the fear of taking a life under desperate measures and yet still have to make a bold self defensive stand point like holding a bb gun and yelling obsenities in defense against bodily harm then you potentially face ten years in prison. Ya ya ya the adversary could of had a real one but I made em believe outta of fear and panic that I fricken had one and I still got screwed by the local pigs. Screw you hypocrite Lancaster cop pigs. I hate you like a patient hates cancer. i hope your loved ones go through worse than I had to go through. Like if you pigs are gonna learn anything anyways.

    • Phil Hodgkins says

      May 12, 2021 at 5:48 am

      Why the attitude brother?
      If called upon, police officers serve you with their
      lives on the line. It’s important for gun owners to
      be strong when facing a life taking decision, else they
      shouldn’t own a handgun.

      • Terry B says

        June 21, 2021 at 7:50 am

        Do not think for a moment hate can be reasoned with or coherced with common sense debate. It is blind to all else but the fear and emotion it dominates in its victims mind.

        • Alby says

          June 21, 2021 at 4:12 pm

          Common sense is a value that Lancaster pigs strongly lack.

    • Lynda says

      August 4, 2021 at 4:27 pm

      Taurus Judge loaded with 410 triple defense : 41 Cal FTX slug followed by two 35 cal round balls . P.S. keep your mouth shut and clean up your own trash.

  8. Self-Defense says

    January 18, 2021 at 9:50 pm

    Glock 17.

    • Jason says

      June 17, 2021 at 2:05 pm

      I agree

    • Matt says

      June 21, 2021 at 10:54 am

      Good choice

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