Here is a current picture of part of the home defense setup. I have two SIGs that I carry regularly, a P228 9mm and a P220 Carry .45 ACP. Both are set up with Crimson Trace laser grips. These are kept readily accessible at night for home defense.

The SIG 556 is also set up for the range and home defense with the laser/light fore grip. However, the 556 normally stays in the safe. It came out when we lost power for several days after a hurricane.



I have had three burglaries and one attempted burglary in various homes over the past 20 years. Three of four were at night. I was home three times and a family member was home the last time (in Sept. 2012). They happen quickly and when you are off-guard. I believe a laser grip is essential for a defensive handgun, even more so than a light (which is also important). I may put a laser grip on the P226 in this photo.

One other thing. Whatever handgun you choose should be in a caliber that you and everyone in your home shoots comfortably. In my home, that is 9mm, although everyone can also handle .45.